EC Gynaecology

Maintaining regular physical activity during pre-menopause, menopause, and post-menopause presents significant challenges due to hormonal changes that can lead to joint stiffness, muscle tightness, reduced mobility, fatigue, and emotional disturbances such as low mood and depression. Many women discontinue exercise because of discomfort, fear of injury, or lack of motivation. Based on extensive practical experience delivering the Aqua Vitality Exercise Program across the Middle East and Asia, and aligned with established sport medicine protocols, aquatic exercise provides a supportive, low-impact environment that promotes both physical and psychological well-being in women aged 40 and above. Participants commonly demonstrate improvements in mobility, reduction in stiffness, enhanced mood, increased energy levels, and greater adherence to exercise programs. The unique properties of water-including buoyancy, hydrostatic pressure, resistance, and thermal effects-facilitate safe movement, muscular strengthening, and relaxation while minimizing joint stress. Additionally, the social and therapeutic aspects of aquatic exercise contribute to improved emotional health and sustained participation. Aqua Vitality Exercise, when implemented with structured progression and individualized considerations, represents an effective, evidence-informed strategy to support functional capacity, emotional resilience, and long-term quality of life in women during menopause stages.

Keywords: Aqua Vitality Exercise; Motivation; Quality of Life; Women; Pre-Menopause; Menopause; Post-Menopause

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