University of Exeter Study Shows Pvolve Exercise Programme’s Significant Health Benefits for Women During Menopause Transition

University of Exeter Study Shows Pvolve Exercise Programme’s Significant Health Benefits for Women During Menopause Transition

(IN BRIEF) A study from the University of Exeter has shown that Pvolve, a resistance-based exercise programme endorsed by Jennifer Aniston, offers significant benefits for women going through the menopause transition. The research highlights improvements in hip strength, flexibility, dynamic balance, and lean body mass in women aged 40-60. Pvolve, a low-impact exercise method, has been shown to combat the decline in muscle mass and stability during menopause, reducing the risk of falls and fractures. The study found that these benefits extended across all stages of menopause, offering a sustainable solution for women’s health without the need for high-impact exercises. Participants also reported increased flexibility and muscle definition, with some improvements seen in as little as four weeks.

(PRESS RELEASE) EXETER, 28-Jan-2025 — /EuropaWire/ — A new study conducted by the University of Exeter has revealed the benefits of Pvolve, a resistance-based exercise programme endorsed by Jennifer Aniston, in supporting women through the challenges of the menopause transition. The research, published in Medicine & Science in Sports & Exercise, shows that Pvolve, a low-impact method of resistance training, can significantly improve hip strength, flexibility, dynamic balance, and lean body mass in women aged 40-60. This study marks the first time the positive effects of resistance exercise on lower limb strength and balance have been shown to extend through the menopause transition, maintaining improvements across pre-, peri-, and post-menopausal women.

The hormonal changes associated with menopause are known to accelerate the loss of muscle mass and stability, increasing the risk of falls and fractures. The research confirms that Pvolve can help mitigate this decline, making it an essential part of maintaining skeletal muscle strength and balance in aging women. In fact, the study found that participants in the Pvolve programme showed substantial improvement in these areas, with some gains visible after just four weeks.

Seventy-two women who were not on hormone replacement therapy (HRT) took part in the study. The participants followed either general physical activity guidelines or engaged in a 12-week programme of full-body, low-impact resistance training using equipment such as resistance bands and ankle weights. The Pvolve classes, lasting 30-35 minutes, focused on strength-building exercises, stability training, and flexibility movements. Over the course of the programme, participants saw significant improvements: 19% in hip function, 21% in flexibility, and 10% in balance and stability.

In addition, the study showed that the benefits of the programme were similar across all stages of menopause, highlighting that the menopause transition does not hinder the effectiveness of resistance training. This breakthrough offers a new avenue for women to improve their health and well-being during and after menopause, without the need for intensive, high-impact exercise routines.

Julie Cartwright, President of Pvolve, expressed excitement about the findings, stating, “This research is a testament to the power of the Pvolve method and its ability to improve women’s lives during a time of significant physical change.”

The study also highlighted the personal experiences of participants like April Brooks, who reported improvements in flexibility and muscle definition. “I can now easily touch my toes and maintain flexibility,” she said. Lorna Mason, a GP and fellow participant, noted that the strength and flexibility gained through Pvolve alleviated her running-related aches and improved her overall strength. “Pvolve is like nothing I’ve ever done before,” she said, praising its focus on functional movements that translate into everyday tasks.

As women continue to face physical changes due to menopause, Pvolve offers an effective, accessible way to address these challenges and improve long-term health outcomes

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SOURCE: University of Exeter