34 Cortisol, Muscle Loss, and Fat Gain in Perimenopause — What Your Body Is Telling You and How to Respond
Body by DesignShow Notes
You're putting in the work, but your body isn't giving you the return on effort you expect. For women over 40, especially during perimenopause and menopause, this often points to a strategy gap, not a lack of dedication. It's time to stop guessing why your body response has changed.
This episode with Lou Driver and Stephanie Crasweller uncovers the often-overlooked role of cortisol. Discover how chronic elevation of this hormone can directly undermine muscle growth and fat loss, creating a frustrating plateau despite your consistent efforts. We explore the specific ways cortisol impacts body composition and hormonal health in midlife.
Learn to recognise what your body is telling you through its signals of elevated cortisol. This isn't about quick fixes, but about understanding the deeper physiological dialogue. You'll gain clarity on why your current approach might be falling short and what areas require calibration.
Tune in to understand the crucial connection between cortisol and your body's response in perimenopause, and how to interpret its messages.
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