ABOUT THIS EPISODE
Do changing hormones mean losing strength after 40 is inevitable? Testosterone and estrogen matter—but they’re only part of the story.
In Episode 432 of the Functional Longevity Podcast, Chris Borda breaks down a study published in the Journal of Applied Physiology that examined hormones and grip strength in about 4,300 men and women.
The research explored testosterone, estrogen, and menopausal hormone therapy. Yet hormone measures explained only about 5–11% of the differences in strength in the researchers’ analyses. What does that mean for adults who want to stay strong, active, and independent?
In this episode, you’ll learn:
• When strength tends to peak and how it changes with age
• Why bioavailable testosterone and estrogen tracked with strength better than total levels
• What the findings about menopausal hormone therapy can—and can’t—tell us
• Why strength training matters before, during, and after menopause
• How to think about building muscle, challenging bone, and training power
• Where protein, calcium, vitamin D, and creatine fit into a strength-supporting plan
The takeaway: hormones influence muscle aging, but they don’t tell your whole story. There are meaningful steps you can take to support strength at 45, 55, 65, and beyond.
This episode is educational. Chris is a coach, not a physician. Discuss questions about hormone therapy or supplements with your doctor.
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