Benefits for women's wellbeing
Physical activity has a range of benefits for women’s physical, mental, social and personal wellbeing. Being active can improve long-term health outcomes and reduce the symptoms of menopause.
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Exercise and Sports Science Australia. Free e-book about the benefits of exercise for women's health for all ages.​
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The Conversation. Evidence shows a decrease in menopausal hot flushes following physical activity.
Continence Foundation of Australia. Pelvic floor muscle exercises are important for bladder control for women of all ages.
Exercise is Medicine Australia. The benefits of exercise for physiological menopausal symptoms.
Continence Foundation of Australia. Information on the effects of menopause on bowel and bladder control.
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