HRT Can’t Fix Your Ligaments: The Diabolical Role of Estrogen on Connective Tissue

About this episode

Dr. Stephanie discusses the importance of training connective tissue and the impact of estrogen on ligaments.

Your joints aren't aging — they're underfunded. In this solo episode, Dr. Stephanie breaks down the JTL system (joints, tendons, and ligaments) — the connective tissue framework the fitness industry has never taught women to train. If you've ever had a joint start hurting for no obvious reason, this episode is for you. Watch the full episode at https://youtu.be/sDA4hgg0v70

People in this episode

Host: Dr. Stephanie Estima

Topics covered

• HRT
• ligaments
• connective tissue
• joint health
• fitness education

Keywords

• HRT
• estrogen
• joints
• tendons
• ligaments
• connective tissue
• joint pain

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