Why is it so important for perimenopausal, menopausal & postmenopausal women to keep moving?
Your hormones might be changing, but your strength, vitality, and energy don’t have to fade. In fact, this is the time when movement matters more than ever.
At Body Torque, we support women navigating perimenopause and menopause with training that works with your body so you can thrive through menopause. Here’s why movement and strength training are key:
1. Muscle Is Your Metabolism’s Best Friend
Muscle mass naturally declines during menopause, which can slow metabolism and increase fat gain. Strength training helps maintain and build muscle, keeping your metabolism more active and helping you stay leaner and stronger.
2. Training Supports Bone Health
Weight-bearing exercise is one of the best ways to maintain bone density and prevent osteoporosis which women are vulnerable to post-menopause.
3. Movement Boosts Mood and Reduces Stress
Fluctuating hormones can affect mood, sleep, and energy. Exercise improves mental clarity, reduces anxiety, and helps balance mood, naturally.
4. It Builds Confidence and Control
Menopause can feel like you’re losing control of your body. Movement helps you take that control back, reconnect with your strength, and feel empowered again.
5. Consistency Is the Secret
You don’t need extreme workouts, you just need regular, purposeful training that suits your body, energy levels, and life stage.
Aging well is all about living fully, confidently, and powerfully through it. If you’re navigating this transition, you’re not alone and we can help. We offer a Thriving Through Menopause strength class on Monday’s and Wednesday’s at 6pm. If these times don’t suit, we can still make it work for you.
If you are interested in thriving through menopause email info@bodytorque.co.nz and we can create a plan together
Not at all! In fact, your 40s, 50s and beyond are the perfect time to start training. We work with people of all fitness levels and will tailor your program to your body, your goals, and any injuries or concerns you may have.
Yes. We specialise in training around pain or injury with an ultimate goal to correct any imbalances you may have to help alleviate you from pain. Our coaches are experienced in creating safe, effective programs that will help you to build strength, increase your energy levels, and get you moving better.
We often hear our customers say they join for personal reasons, but they stay for the friendships, the motivating community vibe and the high level of expertise. Furthermore, our services also include 3D body scanning and integrated MyZone technology to help keep you motivated and track your results. It’s not about looking a certain way at Body Torque — it’s about feeling strong, confident, and supported.
Absolutely. Many of our members felt the same way when they started. We’re a welcoming, non-intimidating space. Minimal mirrors, no ego — just good people working to feel their best.
Your MyZone belt tracks your heart rate and effort in real time. You earn points based on how hard you’re working, and can see your stats on our gym leaderboard or via the app. It’s a great way to stay motivated — and a little friendly competition never hurts!
Yes — our online coaching service means you can train anywhere anytime under our guidance.
Our 3D body scanner gives you a detailed, accurate snapshot of your body’s shape, measurements, posture, and progress over time — far beyond what a scale or mirror can show. It’s a private, quick, and non-invasive way to track fat loss, muscle gain, and changes in posture or balance. It helps you stay motivated with real results you can see, not just feel.
Book a free 15-minute intro session. We’ll chat about your goals, assess where you’re at, and build a plan that works for your life if you wish to proceed. No pressure, no contracts — just a chance to see if Body Torque is right for you.
Drop us a line at info@bodytorque.co.nz or call Alex on 021 808 210
