Kirsty Brown Fitness For Life

27/10/2025

Fantastic news !!! At last some real recognition ☺️

What are your thoughts on todays announcement?

Here are mine.

Its another step in the right direction but
to make it work we need…

Mandatory menopause education for GPs & practice nurses.

Training for the health care assistants who will host the health checks.

Menopause information booklets in every GP practice and community space.

A sustained, government funded, menopause public health campaign.

Everyone to actually be offered a health check at 40.

And, everyone to attend when called, many don’t attend for a variety of reasons.

And we must also remember that current figures tell us that approximately 4 in 100 will experience a premature menopause. Menopause information and support must be made available long before the age of 40.

Please sign the Make Menopause Matter campaign today https://www.change.org/p/make-menopause-matter-in-healthcare-employment-and-education-edb6e131-884e-4ac3-8f71-a5639ec5d039

26/10/2025

Great news !!

It is with ENORMOUS delight and no small degree of pride I can tell you this morning that WE DID IT! Two years of campaigning for menopause to be included at the point where it can be most impactive;the 40 Plus Health Check and today the Health Secretary announced it as part of Plan for Change. I couldn’t be more grateful to Wes Streeting, whose bemused face as I explained the anomaly of a health check created to predict future health challenges that didn’t contain any mention of the one definite health challenge that 51% of the population will experience was clearly genuine! He listened to women’s voices, took decisive action and has radically improved the future health experience of millions of women. Now instead of stepping into our perimenopausal decade in ignorance and trepidation women will have access to information and support at the point when it is most impactive. This wouldn’t have happened without the indefatigable and inspirational support of and all the campaigning efforts of our amazing patrons In particular co-founder and the backing of .backhouse.35 in particular and so many others. Today might be a rainy grey day but my heart is bursting with joy. It’s a rare privilege to play a part in changing the world incrementally for the better and it’s not hyperbole to say the inclusion of menopause in information and support will transform this sometimes turbulent journey for millions of women. In our survey this year only 14% of women said they learned about menopause from a health practitioner while 99% wanted it included in the health check. Thanks to those hopes have become a reality and the UK is becoming positively pioneering in its policies for menopausal women. When women know what to look out for and understand symptoms and available support menopause becomes so much easier to navigate and that helps women themselves, wider family and community and our economy which is currently losing £1.7 billion a year as a result of menopause related lost labour.

26/10/2025

Sport and physical activity can have a positive impact on mental wellbeing, which is every bit as important as the physical benefits.

https://www.sportengland.org/about-us/mental-wellbeing

23/10/2025

16/10/2025

Welcome to No Hate, Just Sport. A new pilot initiative to support sports clubs in Bristol to address discrimination and hate crimes in their environments. The pilot aims to break the silence and nurture environments in sports clubs that are free from discrimination and hate, so that everyone can access the positive outcomes that sport provides.

Find out more about the initiative and resources available - https://www.wesport.org.uk/our-impact/no-hate-just-sport/



Stand Against Racism & Inequality Avon and Somerset Police, Bristol City Council, Bristol City Robins Foundation, Everyone Active, Gloucestershire Cricket Foundation, Gloucestershire FA, LTA - Tennis For Britain Mwanzo Project

01/10/2025

Excellent event to be involved with.

01/10/2025

Today is International Day for Older People. Age UK Bristol celebrates the contributions from older people in our communities and economy. We celebrate the social connections that tie us together.

20/09/2025

Become a certified menopause coach with Menopause Movement's CIMSPA-endorsed, CPD-certified online menopause training course. Gain expert knowledge, grow your fitness, health or wellness business, and support midlife women with confidence.

18/09/2025

Great advice for us all !! This is Olivia one of the GP’s in Bristol I’m working with to promote ageing well and reducing risks of falling as we get older.

10/08/2025

Bone fracture risk for women coming off menopausal hormone replacement therapy (HRT) increases sharply before showing a reduced long-term fracture risk compared with women who never took hormones, new data from a study published in The Lancet indicated. http://ms.spr.ly/6188sKPXo

07/08/2025

The Business Support Officer will provide support, administration and reporting for key internal functions, systems and processes including for marketing and communications, finance, organisational governance, internal IT and systems, general office management and other administrative tasks to suppo...

31/07/2025

🌸💫 Menopause and IBS 💫🌸

Navigating menopause can feel like a rollercoaster ride, especially when it comes to our gut health. Hormonal fluctuations during menopause can impact our gut's function. Estrogen influences gut motility and sensitivity. So, when levels dip, it can trigger changes in bowel habits, potentially leading to IBS symptoms. On top of that, the stress and anxiety that often tag along with menopausal transitions can intensify IBS symptoms. The gut-brain connection is real, and emotional upheavals during menopause can stir up IBS flare-ups.

But fear not! Here are some top tips:

🍽️ Mindful Eating: Keep an eye on your diet. While trigger foods vary, common culprits include spicy treats, caffeine, alcohol, and high-fat meals. Tracking your meals in a diary can pinpoint problem foods and help you steer clear of them.

💊 Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT): Some women find relief from IBS symptoms with HRT. This therapy can help stabilise hormonal imbalances, potentially easing the severity of IBS symptoms.

🧘‍♀️ Stress-Busting Techniques: Stress is a big IBS trigger, so mastering stress management is key. Practices like meditation, yoga, and deep breathing can soothe anxiety and promote gut health.

💊 Medication: Consult your healthcare provider about IBS-specific medications. From antispasmodics to laxatives, there are options to manage symptoms effectively.

🦠 Probiotics: These little helpers can rebalance your gut microbiome and ease IBS woes. Talk to your healthcare provider to find the right probiotic for you.

🤝 Seek Support: Connect with others facing similar challenges by joining a support group or speaking with a therapist specialising in digestive health and menopause.