If menopause has you feeling like you’ve been hit by a train, you’re not alone. I suffered from exhaustion, lack of energy too and it’s something many women face as they enter menopause.
Fatigue can make even the simplest tasks feel monumental, let alone trying to maintain an exercise routine. But there’s hope! Today, I’ll cover why fatigue during menopause is so common, what causes it, and how you can start reclaiming your energy.
Fatigue is one of the lesser-talked-about symptoms of menopause, but it can be one of the most challenging. Often, we hear about hot flashes or mood swings, but that bone-deep exhaustion? No one really prepares us for that.
Take it from Jay, a 63-year-old follower who recently shared her struggles: She’s up at 4 a.m., works a full day, and by midweek, she’s too exhausted to work out. Jay’s experience is so relatable to many of us balancing work, family, and fitness. It’s frustrating, but it’s also completely normal.
Here’s why fatigue often accompanies menopause:
- Hormonal Changes – As estrogen, progesterone, and testosterone levels decline, our bodies go through a major hormonal shift. This can impact everything from energy levels to mood.
- Increased Responsibilities – For many of us, midlife brings added pressures: caring for kids or teens, elderly parents, managing work, and keeping a household running. It’s mentally and physically draining.
- Physical and Mental Stress – Our bodies are also processing more stress, both mentally and physically, during this period. The result? Extreme fatigue.
