Maximizing Exercise During the Follicular Phase with Cycle Syncing
Part 2: The follicular phase and recommended workouts from personal experience and research
The follicular phase of the menstrual cycle is considered springtime
In this article, I wrote about the first phase of the menstrual cycle with details of recommendations for workouts and how menstruation affected my running. Therefore, I will focus on the second phase, the follicular phase today.
The follicular phase of the woman’s menstrual cycle produces rising estrogen and FSH (follicle-stimulating hormone) levels as the ovaries prepare to release a mature egg into the fallopian tubes for possible fertilization. The rise of estrogen generally presents with increased energy levels and feelings of creativity and happiness. The follicular phase time frame varies depending on each woman but typically falls between days 8–13 of the menstrual cycle.
Maximizing energy levels through cycle syncing requires staying tuned into the body’s natural changes. Throughout the menstrual cycle, women tend to feel fluctuating energy levels, mood swings, dietary needs, and stress levels. Cycle syncing encompasses adjusting workouts, diet choices, and activity demands to fit the specific needs a woman has throughout her…
