Cortisol, Stress, and Fat Loss: Insights from San Jose Personal Trainers

Can you believe it’s February already?

This month, our San Jose personal trainers want to talk about hormones and how understanding them helps women in their 40s and 50s take back control of their energy, mood, and results.

Our San Jose trainers know that when we understand the “whys” and the “hows,” it makes it so much easier to follow through on our healthy habits… and they want that for you, too!

Let’s start with a hormone we hear a lot about: cortisol.

You’ve probably heard it called the “stress hormone,” but here’s what a lot of people get mistaken.

Cortisol isn’t bad… in fact, you NEED it, and it naturally rises and falls throughout the day.

Cortisol helps you wake up, stay alert, and even burn fat more efficiently.

The problem starts when it’s out of balance, like when your body keeps pumping it out because of too much stress, too little sleep, or skipping meals.

Here’s what balanced cortisol looks like:

• You wake up feeling alert (without needing three cups of coffee)
• You can handle challenges without feeling overwhelmed
• You fall asleep easily
  

And here’s what happens when it’s off:

• You feel amped up and tired at the same time
• You crave sugar, junk food, or caffeine all day
• You’re moody, anxious, or can’t seem to shut off
  

So, what can you do about it? 

Here are 3 ways our San Jose personal trainers suggest you can take control of cortisol:

• Get morning sunlight because it helps reset your circadian rhythm, which keeps cortisol in check
• Eat at regular times during the day (especially a protein-rich breakfast within an hour of waking!)
• Take a few minutes to relax… even 5 minutes of breathing, stretching, or quiet time counts
  

You might not be able to control every stressful situation, but you can control your actions AND reactions. That has a powerful impact on your body.

This month on our blog, our San Jose personal trainers will be sharing more about other key hormones and how they affect your energy, motivation, and results.

If you're ready to make strides towards your health and fitness goals, our compassionate San Jose personal fitness trainers are here to guide you on your journey to success. Fill out the "Request More Information Now" box above to schedule your free consultation with our dedicated team, or give us a call at 408-371-1212 to get started. We're looking forward to talking with you!

Make it an amazing day,
The Method3 Fitness Team

Method3 Fitness is conveniently located in San Jose.  Our team of personal fitness trainers serve clients in Los Gatos, Campbell, Willow Glen and other surrounding Bay Area cities.  

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