Welcome back to another episode of the Nutrition and Life Podcast. Today, we're diving deep into the intricate relationship between stress, hormones, and exercise with our special guest, Molly McNamee. Molly is the founder of MFIT workouts and coauthor of a wellness book, specializing in fitness routines that support the nervous system and manage anxiety.

In this episode, Molly shares her transformative journey from high-intensity workouts to more balanced, stress-reducing exercise regimens. We'll explore the importance of considering menstrual cycles when assessing heart rate and stress levels, the benefits of journaling to track symptoms, and the potential drawbacks of data-tracking devices. Molly also provides practical tips on optimizing workouts, improving sleep and digestion, and the significance of small, consistent lifestyle changes.

Timestamp Overview:

00:00 Imbalanced stress hormones hindered weight and strength.

05:25 Stress leads to weight gain and sluggishness.

06:42 Balancing cortisol: Exercise wisely, reduce stress.

11:33 Curious about nutrition, trust process, reduce stress.

15:34 Sleep issues common; habits needed for improvement.

18:41 Consistent bedtime habits improve sleep over time.

21:19 Focus on one change, not overwhelming challenges.

24:11 Discuss waste elimination and relaxation strategies importance.

29:12 Unrecognized stress affects body despite awareness.

31:07 Stress may cause sleep issues, weak immunity.

34:26 Combine data with personal reflection for insight.

38:08 Opt for moderate-intensity strength training under stress.

40:40 Workouts should feel effective, not just impressive.

44:26 Grateful for wisdom, sharing Molly's resources.

Follow Molly McNamee:

Instagram: @mfit.workouts https://www.instagram.com/mfit.workouts

Website: https://mollymcnamee.com/

Conquer your Cortisol - https://mollymcnamee.com/cortisol/

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