Anne Hathaway’s fitness trainer reveals four things she prioritises for women in their perimenopausal years

Perimenopausal years can be quite overwhelming for women as everything around them changes and demands their attention, even their body and mind. Well, this is where experts believe women need to shift their focus towards their health and fitness. Recently, Anne Hathaway’s fitness trainer Monique Eastwood took to her social media to share four things she prioritizes for women approaching their perimenopausal phase. Here’s all you need to know…

What did she post?
In a recent Instagram post, Anne Hathaway’s fitness trainer Monique Eastwood shared, "As we move through this stage of life, training needs to evolve with us and our hormones. This is exactly why I designed my method the way I did. Building strong foundations first by focusing on stability, balance, mobility and deep core strength is so important before attempting to lift heavier weights.” Moreover, she emphasized, “As we move through this stage of life, training needs to evolve with us and our hormones. This is exactly why I designed my method the way I did. Building strong foundations first by focusing on stability, balance, mobility and deep core strength is so important before attempting to lift heavier weights.” Here are four things she revealed that every woman entering this phase must focus on. Read on…

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Maintaining Pelvic Floor Muscle Strength
Our pelvic floor is the literal base of our core, supporting our bladder, bowel, and uterus. As hormone levels shift during perimenopause, the structural integrity of these muscles can change. Prioritizing pelvic floor health isn't just about preventing leaks; it is about establishing a secure, stable foundation for all of your functional movements. Integrating targeted pelvic floor work ensures you can continue to run, jump, and lift with absolute confidence.


Preserving Muscle in the Legs and Glutes
As estrogen levels start to change our bodies tend to lose muscle mass. To prevent this it's crucial to keep muscle in the legs and glutes. These big muscle groups help our metabolism work well keep our joints healthy and give us the power we need for life. We need legs and glutes to stay active.


Preserving Agility and Mobility
Having strength is not enough if our joints feel stiff and we can't move freely. Preserving agility and mobility helps us move easily through life. Doing mobility exercises keeps our joints healthy and flexible, while agility training helps us react quickly, reduces the risk of injury and makes daily life easier.


Strengthening the Brain-to-Body Connection
Fitness is not about physical health; it's also about mental well-being. Strengthening the brain-to-body connection is very important during perimenopause. By doing movements, we improve our awareness of our body, balance and brain health. This helps our nervous system work efficiently, making every movement safer and more powerful.