Menstrual Cycle Mastery: Tap Into Your Hormonal Rhythms

Learn to identify the four phases of the menstrual cycle: menstruation, follicular, ovulation, and luteal.

“In a textbook menstrual cycle... an average menstrual cycle is about 28 days... this is basically fluctuation of hormones.”

Understanding the role of estrogen, progesterone, LH, and FSH.

“There's four main hormones we mostly talk about: estrogen and progesterone, but there's also LH and FSH.”

Incorporate anti-inflammatory foods into your diet during menstruation.

“Menstruation is an inflammatory response so our body is in huge inflammation because it's going through a big process... we can through an anti-inflammatory diet.”

Strategies for managing cravings during the luteal phase.

“There is different numbers that are quoted in the research but it can be on average up to 300 calories extra per day that you're burning at rest.”

Engage in gentle yoga during menstruation to reduce discomfort.

“Regular activity can actually reduce menstrual symptoms and also how heavy your period is.”

Focus on strength training during the follicular phase when energy levels are typically higher.

“Majority of athletes said just after their period... that there tends to be higher muscle building potential better mood higher motivation levels and a small increase in performance in terms of strength and endurance.”