Autumn Calabrese Instagram – Ladies let’s talk exercise & hormones. Exercise is an excellent way to help balance hormones. Hormonally, oxytocin increases when you exercise. Exercise helps the body consume cortisol and other stress hormones including epinephrine & norepinephrine which helps decrease blood pressure, heart rate & anxiety. Exercise also makes your muscles more receptive to insulin, so you’re less likely to become insulin resistant. We also release endorphins when we exercise- the feel-good hormones, which have been shown to have an effect in regulating blood pressure & body temp. They may also play a role in helping regulate appetite. Other benefits of exercise: Stronger heart Greater bone density More energy & stamina A natural way to detox the body Healthier body composition So what’s the best type of exercise? This one is a bit more tricky. If you’ve been under chronic stress for a long period of time which can cause a whole host of hormone problems, then you’re best bet would be something like yoga, Pilates, or walking. If you don’t think chronic stress is one of your main issues then you can go for a more intense type like cardio, HIIT, or heavy weight training. Ideal the best type is the one that you enjoy, that you’ll stick with, and doesn’t leave you feeling like you got hit by a truck after. Try something new!!!! I like to mix it up these days with Pilates, weight training and a little HIIT. You can use these 5 moves as a great way to work your entire body. If you use light weights go for 15-20 reps, medium weights, go for 12-15 reps, heavy weights 8-10 reps. 2-3 sets. #hormonehealth #exercise #weighttraining #fitover40