😰 Stress and Muscles: How Cortisol Affects Your Progress. What is cortisol? Cortisol is a hormone our body produces in response to stress. It's known as the "stress hormone" and has important functions, such as regulating metabolism, controlling the immune system, and helping us manage dangerous situations. How does cortisol affect…
❌ Myth 1: “Lifting weights will make me masculine.” The most common concern is that strength training will cause women to gain a lot of muscle mass. In reality, the female body has much lower hormone levels (testosterone) than the male body, making it almost impossible to develop large muscles without specific diets, very intense training, etc.
✨ Why does training for the mind matter too? Exercise not only transforms your body, but also has a profound impact on your mental health. Through movement, you can reduce stress, improve your mood, increase confidence, and strengthen your mind day by day. 😊 1. Improves your mood. Nothing beats a good workout…