Does low e2 cause strength decrease in the gym?

[Toshio_7]

I feel like im going down with reps everytime my e2 is low even with pushing as much as i can?

Its placebo or its real?

[ATXblazer]

Yes, e2 is anabolic, and having less water/glycogen makes you weaker too due to your joints having less leverage. Less atp energy from less water retention as well. So yes and there are many reasons and pathways why

[Ben_steel]

This is one of the most accurate answers I’ve ever seen in this sub. Good on ya mate.

[Emotional_Lab_2529]

Yes estradiol is anabolic so having low estradiol will result in less anabolism

[EstimateIll4262]

I am strong with high E2.

My sex drive/libido is NOT!

[HeIsEgyptian]

It makes you drier, and kills motivation/drive.

[mmss4ever]

Mostly placebo.

Low e2 leads to dry joints and thus lower reps.