145 The HPA Axis and Exercise

145 The HPA Axis and Exercise

From The Paul Weber Podcast by Paul Weber

March 5, 2026 · 36 min

About this episode

This episode discusses the HPA Axis, its functions, and its relationship with various types of training and fitness.

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we cover: The HPA Axis - what it is and what it doesWays to measure function of the HPA AxisCortisol isn't king, it's also not the enemyHow to recognize HPA Axis Dysfunction, burnout, and Overtraining Syndrome (OTS)Best practices for preserving the HPA AxisHow endurance training, interval training and resistance training affect HPA Axis activity acutely and chronically - and what this means for fitness athletesWhy everyone is getting on the endurance training...

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Host: Paul Weber

Topics covered

  • HPA Axis
  • Cortisol
  • HPA Axis Dysfunction
  • Overtraining Syndrome
  • Endurance Training
  • Interval Training
  • Resistance Training

Keywords

  • HPA Axis
  • Cortisol
  • Dysfunction
  • Burnout
  • Overtraining Syndrome
  • Endurance Training
  • Fitness Athletes

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