Mental and physical health go hand in hand, but new research on myokines, also known as hope molecules, show that training for MUSCLE GROWTH specifically comes with another layer of benefits. 

When your muscles contract during weight lifting, they secrete chemicals into the bloodstream. One of these chemicals is myokines, which are small proteins that travel to the brain and act as antidepressants. 

Myokines, also referred to as HOPE MOLECULES, cross the blood-brain barrier, and improve your overall health by...

• Improving your mood
• Reducing symptoms of depression or trauma
• Increasing your resilience to stress
• Improving your ability to learn, and...
• PROTECTING THE BRAIN FROM THE NEGATIVE EFFECTS OF AGING! 

According to this study available on PubMed,

"Endocrine functions attributed to myokines are involved in body weight regulation, low-grade inflammation, insulin sensitivity, suppression of tumor growth, and improvement of cognitive function."

The benefits are massive!

Hope molecules are not to be confused with some of the other chemicals released during exercise including endorphins, serotonin, noradrenaline or dopamine.

Hope molecules (myokines) are specifically associated with MUSCLE, and it's important to note that the very best way to develop muscle isn't running, yoga, cycling, or pilates... 

The best way to develop muscle, thereby increasing your ability to produce hope molecules, is by LIFTING WEIGHTS. 

This is your reminder that mental and physical health go hand in hand, and...

All women of all ages need to prioritize weight lifting. 

Here at Rodsquad, we are happily dishing out hope molecules every day!