Iron Culture presented by MASS Ep. 244 - Does Your Body Composition Affect Your Testosterone Levels? (ft. Eric Trexler)
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Oct 16, 2023 Dr. Eric Trexler examines the impact of macronutrient changes and body composition on testosterone levels. Topics include the relationship between fat & carbohydrate intake and testosterone, the effects of caloric restriction and adiposity on hormone production, and the misconception that high adiposity impairs muscle growth.
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Body Fat and Testosterone
- Losing fat from a high BMI can increase testosterone due to lower estrogen conversion.
- Getting very lean, however, significantly reduces testosterone, regardless of diet.
Trexler's Low Testosterone Experience
- Eric Trexler got his testosterone levels checked when prepping for a bodybuilding show.
- His levels were very low, confirming the common experience of low testosterone when shredded.
Mental Prep for Low Body Fat
- Prepare mentally for the psychological effects of getting very lean, such as anxiety and unusual behaviors.
- While the physiological effects may not lessen, the mental burden can with experience.