How Does Stress Affects Your Gym Performance? Core Series

In this episode of The Functional Code, Dr. Addy and Dr. Jace delve deep into how stress, particularly the hormone cortisol, can significantly impact your muscle gains, recovery, and overall health. The discussion highlights the importance of cortisol regulation, the negative effects of chronic stress on muscle mass, sleep, hunger hormones, and performance. The doctors share practical stress reduction tools including breath work, heat and cold exposure, and the importance of maintaining a consistent circadian rhythm. Tune in to uncover the secrets of optimizing your training and recovery strategies to combat the silent killer of stress.Episode 83Dr. Jace Nybo D.C.Dr. Addy Knutson D.C.Guide:00:00 Introduction to the Functional Code00:26 Understanding Cortisol and Its Impact01:11 Effects of Cortisol on Muscle and Hormones03:28 Cortisol's Influence on Sleep and Hunger04:56 Stress and Training Intensity07:35 Downregulation Techniques for Stress14:48 Breathwork and Recovery Strategies21:47 Environmental and Lifestyle Factors29:51 Optimizing Daily Routines for Stress Management31:51 Conclusion and Final ThoughtsLong-Form Video:-How Stress is Silently Killing Your Gainshttps://youtu.be/BdaRYnRha6s📲Instagram: instagram.com/thefunctionalcode/📲TicTock: @thefunctionalcode📲Apple Podcast: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-functional-code-podcast/id1754585557