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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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Who
Juliet McGrattan, Louise Valentine, Runner's World
What
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.
When
Tue, 16 Jun 2026 19:04:00 GMT · 3h 8m ago
Where
U.K. ·
Why
Perimenopause, the transition period before menopause, causes declining estrogen levels which affect temperature control, blood pressure, oxygen distribution, and can lead to increased heart rate, heat intolerance, and musculoskeletal symptoms, making running more challenging.
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How this affects you
This information is important for women in their late 30s and older who run, as it explains why running can become harder and offers strategies for adjusting training, nutrition, and mindset to continue running effectively during perimenopause.
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3 events in this thread- Technology3h 8m agoA runner shares her personal experience of running becoming harder in her late 30s due to perimenopause, detailing the physical changes and emotional impact.Open article
- Technology3h 8m agoRunning 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.Open article
- Currently Reading3h 8m agoWomen 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.