Cycle Syncing 101: Tailor Your Workouts to Your Hormones

Cycle Syncing 101: Tailor Your Workouts to Your Hormones

🌙 What is Cycle Syncing?

Instead of the old “do cardio daily,” modern women are tuning workouts to menstrual phases: follicular (pre-ovulation), ovulation, luteal, and menstruation dailytelegraph.com.au.

🎯 Benefits

  • Reduced cramps & fatigue

  • More enjoyable workouts

  • Better performance—listen to your body's rhythm

🗓️ Workout Guide by Phase

Phase Days Best Workouts Intensity
Menstruation 1–5 Gentle yoga, walking, restorative Pilates 🔹 Low
Follicular 6–14 Strength training, moderate cardio 🔸 Medium
Ovulation 15–17 HIIT, powerlifting, spin classes 🔺 High
Luteal 18–28 Pilates, stretching, light jogs 🔹 Medium to Low

đź’ˇ Tips to Implement

  • Prep workouts weekly, synced to your cycle.

  • Maintain low-impact exercise especially during your period.

  • Track symptoms—when you feel nauseous or bloated, swap to restorative activity.

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