Peloton Study Shows Fitness and Community May Ease Menopause Symptoms
Krissy Vann | Host, All Things Fitness and Wellness
Peloton and Respin Health have released new findings from a targeted study examining how structured fitness, education and community support can impact women navigating perimenopause and menopause. The 60-day program found that 84 percent of participants experienced overall symptom improvement, adding to a growing body of evidence linking movement, coaching and connection to better health outcomes during midlife.
The study followed 267 Peloton members between the ages of 40 and 65 who took part in an eight-week, multi-component program developed in collaboration with Respin Health, the holistic menopause care platform founded by Halle Berry. Participants were given free access to a curated collection of Peloton cardiovascular and strength workouts, along with Respin’s online community, educational resources and live group coaching led by menopause-focused experts.
Participants were encouraged to aim for two to three high-intensity sessions and two to three strength training sessions per week, supported by daily recovery practices and moderate-intensity options based on individual energy levels. All program elements were available on demand, allowing women to integrate the guidance into their existing routines rather than follow a rigid schedule.
According to the findings, all 35 menopause-related symptoms measured in the study improved on average, with changes considered statistically significant and unlikely to be due to chance alone. Among the most commonly reported symptoms, 85 percent of participants experienced feeling tired or worn out, with an average improvement of 26 percent. Brain fog was reported by 80 percent of participants and improved by an average of 34 percent. Lack of energy affected 78 percent, improving by 33 percent, while weight gain and poor memory were each reported by 77 percent of participants, with average improvements of 41 percent and 39 percent, respectively.
Beyond symptom relief, the study also observed behavioral shifts. Daily sitting time decreased by an average of 30 minutes, and sleep quality improved, with both changes reaching statistical significance.
“We are thrilled to see that just 60 days of community, coaching and a mix of cardio and strength training in a real-world setting can ease common symptoms for women navigating menopause,” said Dr. Elizabeth Knight, the study’s principal investigator, a women’s health researcher and integrative health specialist who oversaw the program alongside a team of Respin Health physicians and coaches.
The results are informing next steps for both brands, which plan to expand menopause-focused programming and conversations aimed at increasing visibility and support for this life stage. Peloton’s Chief Content Officer Jen Cotter said the findings reinforce the company’s long-held belief in the role of movement in long-term health.
“The improvements reported by this group reinforce what we have always known: movement is medicine and a catalyst for transformation,” Cotter said. “By prioritizing menopause support, we are providing our Members with even more ways to live fit, strong, long, and happy.”
As fitness platforms and digital health companies continue to broaden their focus beyond aesthetics and weight loss, the Peloton and Respin Health collaboration highlights how personalized programming, community and education may play a meaningful role in addressing historically underserved areas of women’s health.
