MOMENTUM - MOvement, MENopause and opTimUM health

Eligibility

If you are:

• 40-60 years old
• Alberta resident
• Born with ovaries
• Able to consent in English
• Able to participate in light-moderate exercise

Then yes - you are eligible to participate regardless of menopause stage. MOMENTUM also accepts that women and those born with ovaries will all be unique. No health condition or treatment choice will disqualify you from being a part of the cohort. We are investigating all parts of the menopause trajectory including pre-menopause, peri-menopause and post-menopause. 

What does in-person assessment include?

Annual in-person testing includes two short appointments that can be scheduled on the same or separate days. Morning assessments will include options for appointments starting at 7:00am. The testing appointments include:

1. One appointment (approximately 1 hour) for stool sample return, bloodwork, bone scan, and cognitive testing. Appointments are currently available on weekday mornings. 
2. One appointment for a group fitness assessment (approximately 1 hour). Appointments are currently available on weekday mornings and evenings. 

If appointments are scheduled for the same day, please note that the fitness assessment needs to be scheduled for after the physiological and cognitive testing. 

How do I schedule my in-person assessment?

You will receive a link to schedule your in-person appointments. Please be aware that due to cohort size, there may be a delay between completing the self-administered questionnaires and your in-person appointments. 

Will I receive copies of my assessment results?

Yes. Part of MOMENTUM's objective is to empower women through knowledge of their own health. We will provide you with an annual summary of key assessment values where there is immediate data, such as your DXA scan, fitness measurements and some cognitive data. In the event that that you would like specific information that was not included, please do not hesitate to ask.