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The REAL Reason Your Estrogen Won't Go Down (why the standard advice is FAILING women) | PD Podcast Ep.261
12 minutes Posted Mar 16, 2026 at 7:00 am.
If YOU'RE ready to make real, sustainable change in your life, jump on a free call with us - https://physiquedevelopment.typeform.com/to/ToP9TYLEIn today's episode, Coach Alex takes a deep dive into a topic that often gets oversimplified: estrogen and how your body actually processes it.He walks through how estrogen leaves the body, what can disrupt that process, and why the standard advice many women receive often fails—especially for those who are already doing many of the right things with their nutrition, training, and lifestyle.This episode breaks down the physiology behind estrogen metabolism in a clear, practical way so you can better understand what's happening inside your body. By the end, you'll have a much clearer picture of where to actually focus your efforts instead of guessing or chasing surface-level solutions.Have questions for future episodes or a topic you'd like us to cover? Submit them here - https://forms.gle/AEu5vMKNLDfmc24M7Check out our FREE 4-Week Glute Program - https://go.physiquedevelopment.com/freegluteprogram701788And keep the gains rolling with 12 MORE weeks of glute growth (use code POD at checkout for $25 off!) - https://train.physiquedevelopment.com/workout-plans/963551As always, it is our goal not only to supply you, the listener, with valuable insights on the topics or questions but also to plant some seeds for further research and thought. Be sure to like and subscribe and leave us a review wherever you're listening if you loved this episode!Timestamps:
Today's topic
The exit route
The most overlooked piece of the conversation
The single enzyme that can sabotage the entire process
Why you're NOT broken & how to actually move the needle
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If YOU'RE ready to make real, sustainable change in your life, jump on a free call with us - https://physiquedevelopment.typeform.com/to/ToP9TYLEIn today's episode, Coach Alex takes a deep dive into a topic that often gets oversimplified: estrogen and how your body actually processes it.He walks through how estrogen leaves the body, what can disrupt that process, and why the standard advice many women receive often fails—especially for those who are already doing many of the right things with their nutrition, training, and lifestyle.This episode breaks down the physiology behind estrogen metabolism in a clear, practical way so you can better understand what's happening inside your body. By the end, you'll have a much clearer picture of where to actually focus your efforts instead of guessing or chasing surface-level solutions.Have questions for future episodes or a topic you'd like us to cover? Submit them here - https://forms.gle/AEu5vMKNLDfmc24M7Check out our FREE 4-Week Glute Program - https://go.physiquedevelopment.com/freegluteprogram701788And keep the gains rolling with 12 MORE weeks of glute growth (use code POD at checkout for $25 off!) - https://train.physiquedevelopment.com/workout-plans/963551As always, it is our goal not only to supply you, the listener, with valuable insights on the topics or questions but also to plant some seeds for further research and thought. Be sure to like and subscribe and leave us a review wherever you're listening if you loved this episode!Timestamps:(0:00) Today's topic(1:26) The exit route(3:23) The most overlooked piece of the conversation(6:40) The single enzyme that can sabotage the entire process(8:58) Why you're NOT broken & how to actually move the needle(11:38) Your next best stepOPTIMIZE Your Muscle-Building:Why You're Not Building Muscle Even Though You Lift Weights - https://pod.fo/e/3542c6Why You DON'T Need a Huge Surplus to Build Muscle - https://pod.fo/e/358b03How to Build Muscle While MINIMIZING Fat Gain (Part 1) - https://pod.fo/e/35d759How to Build Muscle While MINIMIZING Fat Gain (Part 2) - https://pod.fo/e/361fc8How Long Should a Muscle‑Building Phase Really Last? - https://pod.fo/e/366a56Follow us on Instagram:Coach Alex - https://www.instagram.com/alexbush__Coach Sue - https://www.instagram.com/suegainzPhysique Development - https://www.instagram.com/physiquedevelopment_Physique Development Podcast - https://www.instagram.com/physiquedevelopmentpodcast----Produced by: David Margittai | In Post MediaWebsite: https://www.inpostmedia.comEmail: [email protected]© 2026, Physique Development LLC. All rights reserved.