Exercise for Optimum Health and Hormone Balance
Science validates it: Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) and exercise are perfect partners. HRT amplifies exercise benefits, and exercise makes HRT results flourish, opening doors to optimum health and longevity.
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Below, we decode the profound impact of exercise on specific hormones and its empowering potential for your fitness routine.
| Hormone | Benefits of Exercise | Exercise Recommendations |
| Cortisol | Lowers cortisol. Manages stress responses – Controls metabolism | Low-intensity activities like yoga, hiking, tai chi – Moderate exercises can lower cortisol levels in healthy individuals |
| Insulin | Optimizes insulin sensitivity – Reduces diabetes risk | Combine aerobic and resistance training |
| Human Growth Hormone | Aids tissue repair and muscle growth – Reduces fat – Supports the immune system | High-intensity interval and resistance training – Sprinting and heavy weight lifts |
| Estrogen (Pre-menopause) | Promotes regular menstrual cycles – Maintains hormonal balance | Both aerobic and resistance exercise |
| Estrogen (Perimenopause) | Stabilizes fluctuating estrogen levels – Reduces symptoms like hot flashes | Both aerobic and resistance exercise |
| Estrogen (Post-menopause) | Maintains bone density – Improves heart health – Enhances mood and cognitive function – Supports weight management | Regular aerobic exercise – Weight-bearing and resistance exercises |
| Testosterone | Energy, libido, muscle, bone, and heart health | High-intensity exercises – Weight training |
| Thyroid Hormones | Increases thyroid hormones – Aids hypothyroidism | Exercise at the anaerobic threshold of 70% of max heart rate |
| Adiponectin | Enhances insulin sensitivity – Supports weight loss | Both aerobic and resistance exercise |
| Leptin | Suppresses appetite – Promotes fat burning | Cardio and strength training. High intensity interval training |
| Melatonin | Improves sleep rhythms – Reduces nighttime wakeups | Morning exercise – Outdoor workouts |
| Irisin | Converts white fat to brown fat – May protect brain cells | Most types of exercise increase irisin |
| Serotonin | Improves mood, sleep, appetite, digestion, memory, and sexual drive | Physical activity of any kind, outdoor activities, mind-body practices |
| Dopamine | Enhances mood – Reduces depression and anxiety symptoms | Music and Rhythmic Activities, Yoga, Tai Chi Outdoor exercise. Group exercise |
| Endorphins | Boosts mood – Reduces stress and anxiety | Dance, yoga, swimming, cardio and strength training |
| Epinephrine/Norepinephrine | Regulates stress response and attention – Plays a role in fat metabolism | Cardio and strength training. High intensity interval training |
| Brain-derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF) | Stimulates brain cell production Improves cognitive function | High-intensity exercise |
The effects of exercise on hormones can vary depending on factors such as exercise intensity, duration, frequency, and individual differences. A balanced and consistent exercise routine, along with proper nutrition, targeted nutritional supplements and when indicated, hormone optimization therapy contributes to maintaining optimal hormonal balance and overall health.
