Do thyroid hormone levels return to normal after physique competition?

Thyroid Recovery1 min readUpdated June 4, 2026

What the Evidence Shows

We analyzed the available evidence and found that thyroid hormone levels in natural physique athletes tend to decrease during competition preparation and return to normal within 12 weeks after the event [1]. This pattern suggests that the body’s thyroid function may recover after the intense...

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Post-competition recovery in natural physique athletes: body composition, metabolic adaptation, and refeeding responses

DOI: 10.1080/15502783.2026.2676190

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June 4, 2026·Last updated June 4, 2026
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