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Mid-Year Check In: Are Your Hormones Working for You or Against You?

It’s hard to believe we’re already halfway through 2025. As June winds down, this is a natural moment to pause, reflect, and ask: How are you really feeling?

For many, this time of year brings a noticeable dip in energy. Maybe you’re feeling worn out, stuck in a rut, or just not quite yourself. It’s worth asking—are your hormones helping you feel your best, or quietly working against you?

The Hormone–Health Connection

At Exceed, we like to say: when your hormones aren’t right, then you’re not right. As we’ve discussed in previous posts, your hormones are responsible for regulating essential health functions, including energy levels, weight, libido, and emotional well-being. While it’s normal to feel a little worn out mid-year, a deeper, more persistent burnout could signal something more.

Looking Back to Move Forward

To understand your current hormone health, start by reflecting on the first half of the year. Have you experienced any major physical or emotional stressors? Even positive lifestyle changes—like increasing workouts or adjusting your diet—can affect your hormones if not properly supported.

If you’re over 35, age-related shifts such as perimenopause, menopause, low testosterone, or thyroid fluctuations might also be influencing how you feel. These changes affect both men and women and often begin subtly before becoming more noticeable. Recognizing early signs can help you prevent larger problems down the road.

Checking In With Yourself

Hormonal imbalances can be easy to overlook. Ask yourself:

  • Has your energy dropped?
  • Are you struggling with focus or mood swings?
  • Is your sleep less restful?
  • Do you just feel “off,” even if your labs are technically normal?

If something feels wrong, trust that instinct. You don’t have to wait for symptoms to get worse to take action.

Real Support, Real Results

Exceed offers personalized care for both women and men navigating hormone-related issues. Our physicians bring deep clinical expertise—and more importantly, real attention to your story, symptoms, and goals.

This isn’t one-size-fits-all care. We take time to understand your full picture, then build a tailored treatment plan that helps you regain balance, energy, and confidence.

Get Back in Sync

The second half of the year is a chance for a fresh start—and by taking charge of your hormone health now, you’ll set yourself up to finish 2025 feeling stronger, more balanced, and full of energy. Take the first step—book your consultation at Exceed.

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Combatting Low Energy and Fighting Fatigue

When we feel energized, we’re typically more productive, happier, and healthier — both physically and mentally. But when factors like menopause, andropause, thyroid issues, or nutrient deficiencies creep upon us, we can quickly feel depleted. Getting your energy back is possible. Here’s how:

Find balance

Exercise can help boost your energy levels, but did you know skipping rest days can lead to sleep issues? Similarly, while sleep is key to healthy aging, too much can lead to depression or cognitive impairment and actually increases your risk of heart disease, diabetes, and stroke. And while a protein-rich diet is encouraged — especially as a way to maintain muscle and bone health — too much can elevate cholesterol levels. Find a balance that works with your lifestyle and stick to it for the best results.

Stay hydrated

Many of us don’t drink enough water throughout the year, but with warmer months just around the corner, staying hydrated is even more important. Dehydration can leave you feeling drained and fatigued. If you’re having difficulty committing to a recommended 60+ ounces per day, try adding a handful of raspberries or splash of lemon juice and leaving the jug in the fridge overnight.

Hit the pause button

Trying to manage competing priorities at work or at home? You may even be tackling both. Aside from the mental fatigue, this can quickly bring to the table, you have to consider how much the stress plays a role in your physical health as well. Lighten your load when possible and find ways to cope with the everyday stressors you can anticipate. This may include relaxing habits like reading or meditation. Among the countless benefits, slowing your breathing can provide more oxygen to the blood — improving your energy levels.

Support your hormones

When our hormone levels are imbalanced, we often feel moody and less energized. In combination with the recommendations highlighted above, Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy (BHRT) can be part of the solution.

Ready to bring balance and vitality back into your life? Connect with us online or give us a call 901-312-7899.