Exercise types for perimenopausal women with symptoms
This study is testing whether different types of exercise (like walking, strength training, or a mix) are practical and helpful for women going through perimenopause who have menopause symptoms and risk factors for heart or metabolic disease.
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Who can take part
- You are a woman aged 40 or older in early or late perimenopause (irregular periods in the past year).
- You are having menopause symptoms like hot flashes, night sweats, or joint stiffness.
- You do very little exercise (less than 30 minutes of moderate activity per week).
- Your BMI is 25 or higher and your waist size is above a certain threshold (depending on your BMI).
- You have not had surgery to remove your ovaries or uterus, and are not taking specific hormones or medications for menopause.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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