Andropause & Weight Gain: Why Testosterone Isn’t a Weight-Loss Shortcut

Feb 8

In men, gradual testosterone decline can impact mood, stamina, body composition, and even motivation to exercise. Weight gain is often one of the first noticeable signs — especially around the abdomen.

What’s Changing in Andropause

Lower testosterone can reduce:

Muscle density (the tissue that burns calories at rest)
Strength recovery (making workouts feel pointless)
Motivation + drive (reducing consistency with movement)
Insulin regulation (increasing visceral/abdominal fat)

Weight gain is often a hormone-driven shift in tissue, not laziness.

TRT Is Not a “Fat-Loss Fix”

Testosterone therapy improves muscle signalling, insulin response, libido, and motivation — but it doesn’t replace protein intake or strength training. It makes the body receptive to change again, rather than doing the work alone.

TRT doesn’t make men stronger — it makes their effort finally count again.

Bello Wellness — restoring what your body already knows how to do.

This material is for educational purposes only and does not provide medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult a licensed healthcare professional for individual care.