Hormones After 40: Why Men Drift and Women Drop
At Elle Jolie Wellness, we talk a lot about hormonal changes—because they’re not just numbers on a lab test. They’re deeply felt, especially in midlife. From mood and muscle to metabolism and motivation, your hormones are a powerful part of your health narrative.
But let’s clear something up: men and women don’t age hormonally the same way.
🚺 Women: The Menopausal Cliff
For women, estrogen and progesterone don’t quietly fade—they fall off a cliff.
Typically between ages 45–52, the ovaries reduce hormone production so dramatically it impacts nearly every system in the body:
Mood swings, anxiety, or depression
Brain fog and memory glitches
Sleep disruptions
Belly fat that wasn’t there before
Vaginal dryness or reduced libido
Hot flashes and joint pain
Loss of bone density and lean muscle
This sudden shift is biologically dramatic—and it’s why so many women feel like they “lost themselves” after menopause.
📚 Mayo Clinic – Menopause Symptoms & Treatment
🚹 Men: The Andropause Drift
Men don’t experience a singular event like menopause. Instead, testosterone declines gradually—starting as early as the mid-30s at around 1% per year.
By their 50s or 60s, many men notice:
Less energy, strength, and stamina
Mood flattening or low motivation
Accumulating belly fat
Reduced libido and erectile quality
Slower recovery from workouts
Subtle changes in memory and focus
This is sometimes called andropause—though it's slower and less clinically defined.
💬 Why This Matters
Whether you’re training for strength, longevity, or simply to feel like you again—understanding how hormones shift with age is vital.
Both men and women experience:
Insulin resistance
Sleep disruptions
Mood changes
Muscle and bone loss
Changes in body composition
But women often need more immediate support due to the severity and speed of hormonal loss. Men may coast longer but still benefit from early, proactive care.
🧠 What You Can Do Right Now
Whether you’re him or her (or coaching either), the foundation is the same:
✅ Lift heavy to preserve lean mass
✅ Eat enough protein to stimulate repair
✅ Sleep deeply to restore hormone balance
✅ Reduce alcohol and stress to support recovery
✅ Work with trained professionals—not influencers, not guesswork
💪 The Elle Jolie Wellness Difference
At Elle Jolie Wellness, we blend evidence-based strength training, nutritional support, and real-life hormonal guidance. For midlife women, especially, we understand how to build muscle, protect metabolism, and support mental clarity—even through the toughest hormone storms.
Your hormones may change—but your power doesn’t have to fade.
Let’s rewrite your midlife story with muscle, science, and soul.
📩 Book your consult with Coach Elle Jolie today.
👣 Because strong isn’t optional after 40—it’s essential.