Is hiking good for joint pain during perimenopause?

Hiking can be helpful for managing joint pain during perimenopause. Exercise influences hormone levels, neurotransmitter balance, inflammation, and sleep quality, all of which play a role in joint pain.

The key with hiking for joint pain is matching the intensity to your current state. On days when joint pain is more severe, a gentler approach to hiking may be more beneficial than pushing hard. On better days, you can increase the challenge.

Hiking specifically may help with joint pain through improved circulation, endorphin release, stress hormone regulation, and the natural anti-inflammatory effects of movement. Consistency matters more than intensity. Regular hiking, even at lower intensity, tends to produce better results for joint pain than occasional intense sessions.

PeriPlan's day-type system adapts your workout recommendations based on how you feel, so your hiking sessions are always matched to your readiness level.