The Sleep Habit Most Women Get Wrong (And Do You Really Need To Jump During Menopause)

Are you struggling to wake up feeling refreshed, or wondering if high-impact workouts are actually safe during perimenopause?

If you have ever felt really groggy (even after a weekend lie-in), or questioned whether jumping is good for your joints and pelvic floor as we get older, take a listen to this episode!

We are talking all things sleep hygiene, circadian rhythms and how to beat the dreaded "social jet lag." Plus, a fantastic question about transitioning from low-impact to high-impact exercise, exploring exactly how weight-bearing movements protect your bone density and muscle mass during perimenopause and beyond.

This is a clip from the private Squad Q&A. If you want the full episode + support, come and join the fitness family at Lorna Marie Fitness .

What you will learn in this episode:

• The Science of Sleep Cycles: Why interrupting your deep sleep causes "sleep inertia" and leaves you feeling foggy.

• How to Reset Your Circadian Rhythm: The simple 3-week alarm clock trick to help you wake up naturally and energised.

• Beating "Social Jet Lag": Why your weekend lie-in might actually be ruining your Monday morning energy levels.

• High-Impact vs. Low-Impact Exercise: How to safely progress your workouts as your fitness and pelvic floor strength improve.

• Bone Density & Perimenopause: The crucial benefits of "osteogenic loading" (jumping and weight-bearing exercise) for women over 30.

• Joint-Friendly Alternatives: Highly effective ways to protect your muscle mass and bone health if high-impact jumping isn't right for your body.