Why Am I So Unmotivated During Menopause?

If you’re perimenopausal and struggling with your mental health, or find that your brain feels like it is working against you when trying to make positive choices like exercising, it’s way more common than you think.During perimenopause, our hormones are not just declining; they are fluctuating dramatically in the background, which can drastically change how we feel from week to week.In this video, we discuss the very real biological reasons why maintaining healthy habits is harder during perimenopause and what you can do to stay on track when you’re just not feeling like yourself.In this episode, we chat about:How fluctuating estrogen affects serotonin (your feel-good hormone) and dopamine (your motivation and reward hormone).Why declining progesterone can lead to higher anxiety levels and feelings of worry.How random cortisol spikes disrupt your sleep, causing your brain to seek out quick rewards (like sugary foods) rather than difficult tasks like exercising.The importance of lowering the bar and setting a realistic "range target" for your weekly workouts.Why asking yourself "what is the smallest thing I can do today?" (like a 10-minute stretch or walk) can save your routine.Simple hacks to reduce decision fatigue, such as batch cooking meals and laying out your workout clothes the night before.Why you must remember that action creates motivation, don't wait until you are in the "right headspace" to move.The importance of speaking to a GP or a menopause specialist if your mood or anxiety feels overwhelming.This is a clip from the private Squad Q&A. If you want the full episode + support, you can find out more at https://lornamariefitness.co.uk/.🚨 IMPORTANT SQUAD UPDATE: The doors to the Squad are currently closed! However, we would absolutely love to support you on your fitness journey. Please get in touch with us today to be put on the waiting list for September. Send us a message or visit our website to secure your spot so you are the first to know when doors reopen!