“It’s this nagging ache in my hip…”
“My shoulder flares up every time I reach overhead.”
“I haven’t done anything new — so why does it hurt?”
If this sounds familiar, you’re not alone.
Tendon issues become way more common during perimenopause and menopause, and it’s not because you’re treating your body badly or moving wrong.
Its hormonal.
When oestrogen drops, tendons lose key support. They become more prone to inflammation, slower to recover, and extra sensitive to compression, especially in areas like the hips, shoulders, and feet.
The fix isn’t to stop moving. It’s to move smarter.
Eccentric strength training- slow, controlled movements that gently load the tendon- can help rebuild resilience and reduce pain.
You’re not broken. Your body is just adapting.
And there’s a better way to support it.
Have you got a pesky tendon issue that just won’t shift?