Episode 460: 5 Things You've Been Told About Perimenopause Exercise (That Are Wrong)

<p><strong>Episode 460: </strong>&nbsp;5 Things You've Been Told About Perimenopause Exercise (That Are Wrong)</p><p><br></p><p>In today's episode, Jessie and Anita break down five perimenopause exercise myths they're hearing online and from their clients. They cover everything from strength training misconceptions to cardio, body composition, pelvic floor symptoms, and the age-old myth that it's "too late" to start. Tune in for some clarity, encouragement, and a little fire to help you feel confident in how you move your body in perimenopause.</p><p><br></p><p>---</p><p><br></p><p>If you liked this episode of To Birth and Beyond, tell your friends! Find us on <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/to-birth-and-beyond/id1348934029" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Apple Podcasts</a> and <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/2VCweZWPfC5vhNcT1413EP" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Spotify</a> to rate/review/subscribe to the show.</p><p><br></p><p>Want more? Visit <a href="http://www.ToBirthAndBeyond.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">www.ToBirthAndBeyond.com</a> and follow us on Instagram <a href="https://www.instagram.com/tobirthandbeyondpodcast/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@tobirthandbeyondpodcast</a>! Thanks for listening and joining the conversation!</p><p><br></p><p>---</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Resources and References</strong></p><ul><li>Strong &amp; Supported (renamed from: To Pregnancy &amp; Beyond): <a href="https://programs.jessiemundell.com/to-pregnancy-and-beyond/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://programs.jessiemundell.com/to-pregnancy-and-beyond/</a></li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong>Show Notes&nbsp;</strong></p><p>00:56 - Introduction to todays topic</p><p>01:46 - Myth #1: You need to lift heavy weights to get benefits in perimenopause</p><p>04:59 - Myth #2: Avoid intense cardio</p><p>08:29 - Myth #3: Eat less and exercise more to address body changes</p><p>10:41 - Myth #4: New or revived Pelvic Floor Symptoms are due to hormone changes</p><p>12:11 - Myth #5: It's too late to start strength training or address symptoms at this age</p><p>12:31 - Episode wrap up</p><p></p><p><br></p>