1. Mood
Hormones like serotonin, dopamine, cortisol, and estrogen directly affect how you feel.
• High cortisol levels can make you feel anxious, stressed, or irritable.
• Low serotonin is linked to sadness, depression, and low energy.
• Hormonal imbalances can cause mood swings and lack of motivation.
2. Weight
Hormones such as insulin, leptin, ghrelin, and thyroid hormones regulate appetite, fat storage, and metabolism.
• High insulin can lead to fat storage, especially around the belly.
• Ghrelin increases hunger, while leptin tells your brain you’re full.
• Low thyroid function slows metabolism and causes weight gain.
3. Workout Performance
Testosterone, growth hormone, and cortisol influence your strength, stamina, and recovery.
• Low testosterone can reduce muscle mass and energy.
• High cortisol from overtraining or stress breaks down muscle and slows recovery.
• Balanced hormones improve endurance, fat burning, and muscle gain.
???? Tip:
If you feel stuck with your mood, weight, or workout progress, your hormones might be out of balance.
Focus on:
• Quality sleep
• Balanced diet
• Stress reduction
• Consistent exercise
These can help bring your hormones—and your body—back into harmony.