hustle.run.thrive. blog — HRT

The Hidden Hormonal Impact of Hysterectomy: What Women Need to Know

February 12, 2025 • HRT • menopausal marathoner • menopausal runner • surgical menopause • younger menopausal runner

The belief that keeping your ovaries after a hysterectomy fully protects against early menopause is being challenged by emerging research. While every woman’s experience is unique, staying informed about potential hormonal shifts can help ensure better long-term health and well-being.

Navigating Menopause and HRT: Busting the Myths

January 01, 2025 • HRT • menopausal marathoner • menopausal runner • surgical menopause • weight gain • younger menopausal runner

Menopause is a transformative stage in a woman's life that often comes with a myriad of changes, including weight gain. A common concern among women is whether hormone replacement therapy (HRT) will exacerbate this issue. Let's explore the nuanced relationship between HRT and weight gain, and debunk some myths along the way.

Is HRT Natural? Let’s Break It Down

December 09, 2024 • HRT • masters running • menopausal marathoner • menopausal runner • menopausal strength coach • menopausal symptoms • menopause • menopause clickbait • menopause research • menopause symptoms • menopause vision statement • perimenopause • surgical menopause • younger menopausal runner

If you’ve spent any time researching hormone replacement therapy (HRT), you’ve probably come across the debate about whether it’s "natural" or not. Some people feel strongly about only putting natural substances in their bodies, and I get it. But let’s take a step back and get really clear on what that actually means when it comes to HRT.

How Lower Estrogen Impacts Your Lungs and Increases Inflammation

November 23, 2024 • estrogen • estrogen and respiratory infections • estrogen immune system inflammation • estrogen inflammation lungs • hormones and lung function • HRT • lower estrogen lung health • lung health menopause • menopausal marathoner • menopausal runner • menopausal strength coach • menopausal symptoms • menopause and breathing problems • menopause chronic inflammation • menopause respiratory issues • menopause symptoms • perimenopause • shortness of breath menopause • surgical menopause • younger menopausal runner

Lower estrogen affects more than hot flashes. Learn how menopause impacts lung health, inflammation, breathing, and infection risk—and what women can do to protect respiratory health.

HRT and Weight Gain: Challenging the Old Narrative

November 17, 2024 • estrogen and weight gain • HRT • HRT body composition • LEA protocol menopause • low energy availability menopause • menopausal marathoner • menopausal runner • menopausal strength coach • menopausal symptoms • menopause clickbait • menopause fueling and recovery • menopause muscle loss • menopause research • menopause strength training • menopause symptoms • midlife metabolism women • perimenopause • surgical menopause • weight gain • younger menopausal runner

Hormone replacement therapy does not cause inevitable weight gain during menopause. Learn what actually drives body composition changes, how HRT affects fat distribution, and what research says about weight, muscle, and metabolism in midlife.