About Us

Wear whatever you would wear to the gym – comfortable and breathable – it’s not a fashion parade! Please wait in the office until your trainer comes to get you for the start of your session.

Yes, there is parking available at the studio. You can access it at the rear of the building, which is shared with other tenants’ patients. Enter the driveway on the left-hand side of the building to find ample parking space. To reach the studio, simply walk up the stairs and you’ll find the entrance on your right. Alternatively, there is also street parking available nearby.

If you need to cancel a session, please notify us at least six hours in advance. Failure to do so may result in a charge for the session, at the discretion of the trainer. If you miss five sessions in a month, your session time may be rescheduled to a more suitable time. Additionally, if you arrive late for a session, it will still end at the scheduled time.

Gyms can be noisy and crowded and sometimes it’s difficult to access the equipment you would like to use. At Fit For Menopause, you will find the studio smaller and private. The studio is equipped with high quality specialised equipment all designed to offer a comfortable and focused environment.

One of the first mistakes women make when they look in the mirror and suddenly discover their waistline has disappeared is to restrict their calorie intake. This little mistake has a negative impact on your hormones. You must change the way you eat to change the results you are getting!

Healthy Diet: Focus on eating a balanced diet rich in fruits, vegetables, and lean proteins to stop the cravings. Replacing processed foods and sugary snacks with real nourishing whole foods will feed your cells and give you back some energy.

Portion Control: Be mindful of portion sizes to prevent overeating. Try using smaller plates and bowls to help control portions.

Stay Hydrated: Drink plenty of water throughout the day. Sometimes thirst can be mistaken for hunger, leading to unnecessary calorie consumption. Start with at least 2 litres daily.

Regular Exercise: Incorporate both aerobic exercise (walking is a great place to start) and strength training into your routine. Aerobic exercise helps burn calories and reduce overall body fat, while strength training builds muscle mass, which can increase your metabolism and help you burn more calories even at rest.

High-Intensity Interval Training (HIIT): HIIT workouts involve short bursts of intense exercise followed by brief rest periods. These workouts can be very effective for burning calories and targeting belly fat. Research on menopausal women indicates that you need 45 minutes/week. It was found that any more than45mins can cause injury in menopausal women.

Reduce Stress: Chronic stress can lead to increased levels of cortisol, a hormone that promotes abdominal fat storage. Practice stress-reduction techniques such as yoga, meditation, deep breathing exercises, or hobbies you enjoy.

Get Plenty of Sleep: Aim for 7-8 hours of quality sleep per night. Poor sleep can disrupt hunger hormones and lead to weight gain, including belly fat accumulation. Your fat burning hormones, Testosterone and Human Growth Hormone are activated when you are in a deep sleep, so you might like to solve this issue immediately.

Limit Alcohol Consumption: Alcoholic beverages are high in calories and can contribute to belly fat. Alcohol is not good for the nervous and digestive system. Limit or stop your intake of alcohol and opt for healthier drink choices like water or herbal tea.

Be Patient and Consistent: Losing belly fat takes time and dedication. Focus on making sustainable lifestyle changes rather than seeking quick fixes.

Remember, it’s essential to consult with a healthcare professional before making any significant changes to your diet or exercise routine, especially if you have any underlying health conditions.

Do not skip breakfast. Our main objective with breakfast is to set our blood sugar levels up for the rest of the day. We have gone all night without eating so we need to stabilise the blood sugar levels with a good well-balanced breakfast. This will boost your metabolism and energy while preventing hunger and cravings.

Keep insulin levels under control by going for low glycemic index carbohydrates.

Fibre provides many health benefits, but we still do not consume adequate amounts. Research evidence shows it normalising bowel movements, lowering cholesterol and controlling blood sugar levels and helps lower the risk of type 2 diabetes, intestinal inflammation, and heart disease.

Fatty liver disease and the progression towards Type 2 Diabetes are both main contributors to mid-life women putting on belly-fat and becoming overweight and/or obese as they move into post-menopause. Evidence behind the Mediterranean Diet for women in menopause to manage weight has been evolving. Fit for Menopause suggests this as a great dietary approach.

Your personal menopause transition begins with making choices to change your mindset and vision for your life. This coaching is menopause specific and is not intended to replace any form of formal counselling you may be receiving currently.

During the menopause transition many women let their waistline determine what clothes they will wear. The aches and pains control what mood they will be in that day. Lack of energy decides whether they exercise. Cravings dictate what they eat. They have allowed their HORMONES TO BE IN CONTROL and the result in their life shows it!

Fit for Menopause coaching is about teaching you a process to strategically help you achieve your menopause goals for life. A coaches’ job is to bridge the gap from where you are now to where you want to be.

Menopause coaches provide guidance, education, and support to help women manage the transitions associated with menopause effectively. Fit for Menopause takes a 5-pillar approach and coach around these pillars.

Hormones: We look at what the main hormonal changes are that affect you, then we can examine whether you are going to let them control you or whether you are ready to do something that may balance the hormones. We help women develop personalised strategies for managing the symptoms, including hot flushes, night sweats, mood swings, insomnia, weight gain. You get to chat about anything that you think is stopping you from moving forward in your menopause transition.

Nutrition: Whilst weight gain during menopause is often attributed to hormonal changes, it’s essential to recognise that lifestyle factors also play a significant role. It’s not solely a matter of menopause; it can also be influenced by your habits and choices. A coach can help to shift your mindset from blaming external factors to taking full responsibility for your actions, motivating you to make the necessary changes.

Movement: A coach will encourage and make you accountable for exercise. They will help with the correct exercise that would be suited to your hormonal situation. Over training can do more harm than good, you will be constantly reminded.

Sleep, Rest & Recovery: Sleeping is the key to a successful menopause transition. Not sleeping can be a challenging time emotionally, as women may experience mood swings, anxiety, irritability, and depression. Together you and your coach will work out ways to help enhance your sleep and constantly be the ear to listen and a voice to remind you of self-care practices.

Mindset: The Mind is a flexible mirror, adjust it, to see a better world. Once your mindset changes, everything on the outside will change along with it.” “The mind is just like a muscle – the more you exercise it, the stronger it gets and the more it can expand.

Overall, menopause coaching provides women with personalised support and guidance to navigate this significant life transition with confidence, resilience, and a sense of empowerment. By addressing the physical, emotional, and psychological aspects of menopause, coaches help women optimise their health and well-being during this phase of life. Ultimately it is your daily choices that will allow you to lead a much fuller, healthier, and happier life.

Absolutely, now is the ideal time to make exercise a staple in your daily routine. Begin by prioritizing activities you genuinely enjoy. Whether it’s walking, hiking, playing tennis, or swimming, choose what resonates with you.

It’s important to recognize that exercise doesn’t mean pushing yourself like an elite athlete in her prime.

Fit for Menopause understands that every woman is unique, and there’s no one size fits all exercise routine. Our approach is tailored to accommodate your specific hormonal needs and current fitness level.

Before starting any exercise program, especially if you have joint or muscle pain or any other health concerns, that you consult with your healthcare professional.

Fit for Menopause will moderate exercises that are gentle but effective on your pain points and you will be taught good technique to reduce the risk of injury.

Fit for Menopause will focus on Strength Training. This will help strengthen the muscles around the joints, which can provide better support and stability.

Your workout session will always start with a warm-up to prepare your muscles and joints for activity. Similarly, end with a cool-down and stretching routine to help improve flexibility and prevent stiffness.

Consistency is key to seeing results and experiencing long-term benefits from exercise. Aim for regular exercise most days of the week but be mindful of giving your body adequate rest and recovery time.

Working out with your friend means you are more likely to be accountable, stay motivated and have fun whilst getting into shape plus it can save you money.

Walking at least 30 minutes a day is beneficial for your physical and mental health. Weight training is essential for building muscle and aiding a metabolism that is slowing down. Weight training at least two sessions weekly. High Intensity Interval Training (HIIT). Research has proven that menopausal women only need 45 minutes/week. Your hormone situation will determine your exercise need.

A weight loss coach helps you create a personalised plan that works with your body, not against it. Unlike a diet or program that gives you rigid rules, a coach supports you with strategies that fit your lifestyle, keeps you accountable, and helps you troubleshoot challenges along the way.

A personal trainer usually focuses just on your workouts. A weight loss coach for menopause looks at the bigger picture—your nutrition, hormones, sleep, stress, and mindset. It’s a more holistic approach that helps women in midlife see results without burning out.

Meal plans can be helpful, but they don’t teach you how to adapt when life changes. A coach helps you understand why certain foods work for you, how to manage cravings, and how to eat in a way that supports your hormones—not just follow a list of recipes.

Not at all. Many women come to coaching because they want to feel better in their body, have more energy, improve their sleep, or reduce menopause symptoms. While fat loss is often a goal, coaching is really about building health and confidence that lasts.

Every woman is different, but most clients notice improvements in energy, sleep, and mood within a few weeks. Sustainable fat loss usually follows once your hormones, nutrition, and lifestyle are better balanced. Remember—it’s about long-term results, not quick fixes.