Your body doesn’t distinguish between physical stress and emotional stress — both can affect hormonal balance. Exercise can help reduce stress, but too much intensity can do the opposite.
Chronically high cortisol levels can suppress the release of reproductive hormones like LH and FSH, which are critical for ovulation. Tracking readiness and HRV helps you stay aware of when your body is adapting well versus when it needs a reset.
Use OTO’s readiness data as your daily guide. If your score is low, choose restorative movement — walks, stretching, yoga. You’re not losing progress; you’re protecting your hormonal balance.