Exercise and Fixing Hormone Imbalances

1. EXERCISE AND FIXING HORMONE IMBALANCES Hormone imbalances are often to blame for a host of common health complaints. From weight gain and fatigue to mood swings and trouble sleeping, these symptoms can be disruptive and downright frustrating. If you suspect you may have a hormone imbalance, Luckily, there are ways to fix this issue with exercise. Working out is an excellent option for people who want to improve their physical and mental health. WHAT ARE HORMONE IMBALANCES When hormone levels in the bloodstream are either too high or too low, hormonal imbalances result. Identify the underlying cause and develop a treatment plan to help get your hormones back in balance. CAUSES OF HORMONE IMBALANCES Stress Medical conditions Environmental chemicals Tumors Medications SYMPTOMS & SIGNS OF HORMONE IMBALANCES Weight Gaining & Sudden Weight Loss Depression Muscle Weakness Increased thirst & Hunger Infertility Nervousness or Anxiety Fatigue COMMON HORMONAL IMBALANCES Low Progesterone Low Estrogen High Androgens Amenorrhea HORMONES THAT ARE AFFECTED BY EXERCISE DOPAMINE Exercise increases dopamine levels in the brain, helping to de- crease stress, anxiety and even depression. SEROTONIN Exercise releases serotonin, which helps you get a good night’s sleep and can positively impact appetite, mood, digestion THYROID Exercise contributes to a healthy thyroid and allows the thyroid hormones to function correctly. TESTOSTERONE Regular exercise can help boost testosterone, slowing the effects of aging. ESTROGEN Exercising and increasing your heart rate for at least half an hour every day helps boost estrogen levels and can temper menopause symptoms. WHAT EXERCISES ARE BEST FOR HORMONAL IMBALANCES? HIIT(HIGH-INTENSITY INTERVAL TRAINING) Regular workouts(often no more than 20 minutes) increase human growth hormone and improve insulin sensitivity. STRENGTH TRAINING Regular strength training (typically 2-3 times a week) with light weights and high reps is a great lower-impact way to build muscle mass and reduce cortisol. WALKING The hormone balance can be significantly impacted by taking brisk 30-minute walks four to five times each week. WEIGHT LIFTING Weight Lifting has also been shown to help regulate sex hor- mones — testosterone and estrogen SQUATS Squats boost HGH (human growth hormone) LUNGES Lunges engages your core and abdominal muscles PUSH UPS Push ups help tone arms, stabilize the core, or abdominal muscles YOGA helps women maintain better physical and mental health, energy levels, and self-esteem PILATES Pilates regulate the release of hormones HOW EXERCISE BENEFITS IN FIXING HORMONAL IMBALANCES Increase growth hormone Increase testosterone Improve insulin response Stabilize blood sugar Increase GABA Reduce adrenaline Increase serotonin Decrease cortisol levels It could be terribly challenging to become motivated if you are experiencing hormone imbalance. Finding ways to incorporate exercise into your life as easily and without too much difficulty is vital. Contact Us: info@ironorrfitness.com https://ironorrfitness.com/ https://www.instagram.com/ironorrfitness/ https://www.facebook.com/ironorrfitness https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQSIABoOt2m2Kl_s1pLXFnA