The Importance of Staying Active and Mobile

It is often said that every woman experiences menopause differently.

Generally, menopause refers to the period of around ten years before and after the end of menstruation. As the average age of menopause for Japanese women is approximately 50, this stage of life typically occurs between the ages of 45 and 55.

During today's SBM lesson, one of my clients shared something that stayed with me.

"Just as you mentioned before, Mika, I haven't really experienced any significant menopausal symptoms. Recently, some of my friends have been struggling with health issues or menopause-related discomfort, and I feel grateful that I can still enjoy playing tennis every week."

This client has been practising SBM consistently for many years.

Interestingly, among many of my clients in their 50s who have continued with SBM over the long term, menopausal symptoms rarely become a topic of conversation. Of course, menopause affects everyone differently, and many factors contribute to how it is experienced.

However, I strongly believe that maintaining a regular habit of caring for and aligning the body through SBM can provide valuable support for overall wellbeing and help people enjoy a more comfortable daily life.

I was reminded of this once again during my recent trip to Santorini.

While travelling, I noticed that some people struggled with motion sickness on a yacht, while others found it difficult to walk up and down the many hills and staircases throughout the town.

Travel often highlights differences in physical condition and mobility that may go unnoticed in everyday life. Situations outside our normal routines can reveal how well our bodies are functioning and adapting.

In my own experience, daily SBM practice, together with nutritional support such as Lily and Gold's Enzyme Paste, Glucosamine, and Sesame Calcium & Collagen, helps me maintain my health and vitality. Being able to stay active, move freely, and enjoy life's experiences is something I truly appreciate.

Health challenges should not only be addressed after symptoms appear. Equally important is taking proactive steps to support the body before problems arise.

The clients who attend my classes remind me of this every day. Their continued commitment to caring for their bodies is a powerful example of how consistent self-care can contribute to long-term health, mobility, and quality of life.