Abstract

Introduction: According to data from the Central Statistics Agency in 2022, it is estimated that in 2025 there will be around 60 million women in Indonesia who will experience menopause. As many as 80% of women in this condition experience various symptoms such as headaches, sexual problems, tachycardia, hot flushes (sudden sensation of heat), sweating, and insomnia. These symptoms can significantly affect their quality of life during the climacteric period. Objective: To identify the potential of physical activity on the quality of life of menopausal women. Method: Writing this literature review article adopted a search methodology through the Google Scholar and Pubmed databases. The search process was carried out using Indonesian and English, focusing on national and international article search topics. Article selection was carried out based on the inclusion and exclusion criteria that had been identified, taking into account publications between 2019 and 2023. Results: Based on the search results, 9 articles were obtained, namely 5 national articles and 4 international articles. These articles highlight the potential influence of physical activity on the quality of life of women going through menopause. Physical activity factors that can improve quality of life include daily physical activity, physical activity with exercise, and exercise on the quality of life of menopausal women. Conclusion: This study found that physical activity in menopausal women has a significant effect on their quality of life.