In this episode, Abby and Jillian dive into the cortisol awakening response or “CAR” and its importance for supporting optimal gut health and hormones. They discuss what the cortisol awakening response is, what a healthy versus unhealthy CAR might look and feel like, and health implications of a dysregulated CAR. Learn about the importance of your cortisol a ... Show More
Jan 2025
268. The hidden impact of cortisol
Cortisol is the 'it' hormone of the moment. So many people are talking about cortisol face, cortisol weight gain, cortisol anxiety, but what is cortisols actual function and role and why are many of the myths that surround it, simply not true? In today's episode, we talk cortisol ... Show More
40m 45s
Aug 2025
How to Control Your Cortisol & Overcome Burnout
In this episode, I explain cortisol and science-based protocols for properly setting your cortisol rhythm, which can significantly increase your daytime energy, focus, mood, and stress resilience, while also improving your sleep quality. Most people mistakenly think cortisol is b ... Show More
2h 16m
Jan 2021
The 5 Ways Your Body Balances Energy, Mood, Focus, Hormones & Sleep
Yesterday, we spoke about how erratic blood sugar levels throughout the day can lead to a host of aging, wellness and weight gain issues… Today, I want to follow up and paint a picture of exactly what is going on inside your body in order to create the "delicate dance" of regulat ... Show More
29m 29s
Jan 2025
Struggling with Belly Fat & Fatigue? Fix Your Cortisol Now
Hey sis! Ever feel like you're doing everything right—training hard, eating well, and staying consistent—but still struggling with fatigue, bloating, or stubborn fat? Your cortisol levels might be the missing piece of the puzzle.In this episode of That Gym Girl Podcast, I’m divin ... Show More
16m 23s