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Running became more challenging for an individual in her late 30s due to perimenopause, a period where declining estrogen levels affect temperature control, blood pressure, and oxygen distribution.

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Who
Juliet McGrattan, Louise Valentine
What
Running became more challenging for an individual in her late 30s due to perimenopause, a period where declining estrogen levels affect temperature control, blood pressure, and oxygen distribution.
When
Tue, 16 Jun 2026 19:04:00 GMT · 3h 10m ago
Where
U.K. ·
Why
Perimenopause, characterized by fluctuating hormone levels, makes the body less efficient at regulating key physiological processes during exercise.
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How this affects you

Women experiencing perimenopause may find their running performance and physical comfort significantly impacted, necessitating changes in training, nutrition, and mentality to maintain their athletic lifestyle and health.

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    A runner shares her personal experience of running becoming harder in her late 30s due to perimenopause, detailing the physical changes and emotional impact.
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    Running became more challenging for an individual in her late 30s due to perimenopause, a period where declining estrogen levels affect temperature control, blood pressure, and oxygen distribution.
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    Women in their late 30s and beyond may experience significant changes in their running performance and overall well-being due to perimenopause, a natural stage of aging that involves fluctuating hormone levels.
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