Episode 16 - Build Strength Now, Thrive Through Perimenopause and Beyond with Monika Tangney

Did you know most women don’t get pelvic floor care until after problems start — even though prevention could make all the difference? From pregnancy to perimenopause, your movement patterns, strength, and hormones shape your health more than you think.In this episode, Dr. Miranda Naylor sits down with Dr. Monika Tangney, a pelvic floor and orthopedic physical therapist, to talk about what really happens to women’s bodies during perimenopause and why now is the time to focus on strength, mobility, and long-term function. Drawing from years of hands-on clinical experience, Dr. Tangney shares why pelvic health is never just about Kegels — and how breathwork, muscle awareness, and targeted training can help women move through midlife with more energy and control.We’ll explore:✔️ Why pelvic floor health is deeply connected to posture, movement, and strength✔️ How hormonal changes affect muscle recovery, joint health, and tissue quality✔️ What types of exercise women actually need in perimenopause✔️ The importance of breath, glute strength, and nervous system regulationWhether you’re noticing early changes or simply want to stay ahead of the curve, this conversation is filled with practical, empowering strategies to help you move into midlife with confidence, clarity, and strength.🎧 Hit Subscribe or Follow so you never miss an episode. And if you enjoyed this episode, please take a moment to leave a positive review to help us reach other women on a journey to wellness!______Looking for personalized support with your hormones? Schedule a free clarity call with Dr. Naylor. Needed supplements. For 20% off your first subscription, use code DRNAYLOR (or this link) neededcreator.pxf.io/GmE69mLet’s connect:Follow Dr. Naylor on InstagramSchedule a free clarity callVisit my websiteGrab a copy of Dr. Naylor’s free Fertility Nutrition BlueprintAdditional Resource:Creatine in Women’s Health: Bridging the Gap from Menstruation through Pregnancy to Menopause