A STRATEGIC WAY TO COMBAT STRESS AND DEPRESSION TO MANAGE HORMONE BALANCE

Stress and depression are two biological phenomenons which are typically known to constitute a negative state of both physical and mental health, and that if left unchecked can cause a serious of concerns. It is important to be able to deal with all external factors, such as relationships, work, finances etc. to help reverse this, however, individuals can certainly benefit from altering the biological state they are in to help alleviate the symptoms.

In a state of stress, the body is producing more cortisol, which results in muscle tissue breakdown, and build up of fat stores, and the depression is greatly influenced by low levels of serotonin.

To combat this, individuals to change their workout routine, to force the cholesterol which is being used to created cortisol, to now create testosterone and its anabolic derivatives. This is done by focusing the training into compound movements, such as squats, dead lifts, clean and jerk, bench press. Exercises that demand the maximum response from your muscles, and your skeletal system.

A short, yet intense workout focused on these movements, will force the body to decrease cortisol production, and increase your anabolic fat burning hormones. To bring up serotonin, consume foods such as dark chocolate which is about 70 cocoa, egg whites, vegetables, peanut butter and cottage cheese. Refrain from drinking caffeine, such as green tea and coffee on days that you are suffering from depression, since it lowers serotonin production, instead increase cold water consumption to elevate your metabolism.

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