Weight loss with elevated cortisol: the doctor told what training is effective and what is important to consider

About what physical activity to choose, if the level of cortisol is increased and you want to lose weight, told the Russian dietitian Daria Rusakova.

According to the specialist, before choosing a training program, it is worth discussing the situation with a doctor and, if necessary, check the level of cortisol, glucose and insulin. A doctor may recommend a saliva cortisol test in the morning, but it is important to evaluate the results based on symptoms and other indicators.

Daria Rusakova noted that there is no universal way to get rid of fat deposits in a particular zone. Weight loss occurs throughout the body gradually.

“Cardio training will be effective, besides they are more gentle for the musculoskeletal system and burn just fat.” Strength training is also possible, but the program and frequency of training is better to choose with the coach, she said.

It is also important to take into account nutrition, the specialist continued. Sometimes after sports, a person compensates for the load with caloric products, and then it is more difficult to achieve the result. Therefore, the diet should be planned along with physical activity.

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