FSH (follicle-stimulating hormone) is released by the pituitary gland in the brain to push the ovaries to develop follicles (the immature sacs that mature and release an egg when we ovulate) and produce oestrogen. As ovarian function naturally declines with age, oestrogen levels drop, and the pituitary gland recognises this and pumps out more FSH to try and get the ovaries to work harder so FSH usually rises in late perimenopause and postmenopause. However, this will not happen consistently in t

You asked, so we’re diving in: Female hormones that impact your workouts. Female hormones do more than regulate fertility—they impact daily energy, performance, and exercise capacity. Women experience cyclical shifts in hormones, and understanding their levels can help shape a fitness plan that aligns with the body’s changing needs throughout the month. Here are 6 key hormones that play vital roles in female health: Estradiol (E2) Testosterone Sex Hormone Binding Globulin (SHBG) Follicle Stimula