In this week's Fertility Focus, we are zeroing in on the powerful connection between exercise and progesterone levels. And how maintaining a healthy body weight through regular exercise is crucial for hormonal balance.
Topics covered:
Regulating Body Weight: Excess body fat, especially around the abdomen, can disrupt hormones, including progesterone levels. By promoting weight management, exercise supports healthy progesterone levels, thus enhancing fertility.
Reducing Stress: Exercise is a potent stress reducer, stimulating the production of endorphins, the body's natural mood elevators. High stress levels can disrupt hormonal balance, including progesterone. Engaging in physical activity helps lower stress levels, supporting optimal progesterone production.
Improving Insulin Sensitivity: Regular exercise enhances insulin sensitivity, vital for overall hormone regulation. Insulin resistance, often linked to conditions like PCOS, can lead to hormonal imbalances, including decreased progesterone levels. By improving insulin sensitivity, exercise maintains hormonal balance, promoting healthy progesterone levels.
Enhancing Blood Circulation: Exercise promotes better blood circulation, ensuring reproductive organs receive adequate oxygen and nutrients. This is essential for optimal hormone production, including progesterone. Enhanced blood flow to the reproductive system through exercise supports healthy progesterone levels.
Promoting Sleep Quality: Regular physical activity improves sleep quality and duration, crucial for hormone regulation, including progesterone production. Poor sleep habits can disrupt hormonal balance, leading to decreased progesterone levels. Exercise indirectly supports healthy progesterone levels by promoting better sleep.
Remember, taking care of your body through exercise, nutrition, and sleep management not only enhances overall well-being but also plays a crucial role in supporting fertility. Whether you're on a fertility journey or prioritising reproductive health, incorporating these practices into your routine can make a significant difference.
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