Gentle Strength - Staying Active With Golf
Much as you know you need to keep active, the idea of high-impact exercise can feel daunting when you’re dealing with stiff joints, muscle aches, and fatigue. This is where golf comes in.
It’s gentle on the joints, and the swinging motion promotes flexibility and core strength. Golf training can even help maintain bone density, which is important as oestrogen levels decline.
A typical game of golf involves walking several miles across beautiful countryside, giving you cardiovascular benefits without the strain of intense workouts.
Mental Wellness on the Course
Golf isn’t all physical – it’s also a wonderful support for mental wellbeing. There's something therapeutic about focusing on your next putt whilst surrounded by green spaces. You need concentration for each shot, which naturally puts you in a mindful state that can quiet the mental chatter of anxiety or mood swings. Golf can also encourage patience, resilience, and calm - qualities that translate into navigating the challenges of menopause.
Community and Connection
Perhaps one of golf's best-kept secrets is the social element. At a time when some women feel isolated by their menopause experience, golf provides conversation and connection. Whether you're playing with friends or meeting new people in our club environment, social golf is great for emotional wellbeing.
Golf can even break down barriers to talking about menopause. Perhaps it’s the relaxed, outdoor setting, but many women find it’s easier to open up about health concerns and share experiences whilst out on the course.
A Welcome Confidence Boost
Whether you’re new to golf or working on fine-tuning your skills, the sport is a great opportunity to feel good about yourself. Out on the golf course, all you need to think about is your next shot, regardless of what else might be changing in your life.
At a time when menopause can leave you feeling unsettled, achieving personal goals gives a welcome self-esteem boost. And golf is a sport you can start or improve at any age. If you’ve been thinking about starting golf or picking it back up, take a look at the enticing events and offers we’ve got planned this October for Let’s Talk Menopause month.
Women’s Golf at The Club Company
Everyone’s experience of menopause is different, but if you’re looking for a low-impact, exhilarating form of exercise that supports your body, mind, and social connection, golf could be it. Many women discover golf during menopause and find it becomes a lifelong passion.
Our professional golf teams are passionate about welcoming newcomers and experienced golfers to our clubs, and this is a great time to join. We’re partnering with The Menopause Charity throughout October. Get started, set new goals, or be part of our charity golf tournaments.
Find your nearest The Club Company venue here – we’d love to show you around.