Women’s Health Unlocked: Cycle Syncing & Nervous System Balance

Welcome to another empowering episode of the Besties with Breasties Podcast! Hosts Sarah Hall and Beth Wilmes are joined by fitness expert and functional nutritionist Natali Kummer to dive deep into cycle syncing, nervous system regulation, and holistic women’s wellness.

In this conversation, you’ll learn how to:
-Sync your workouts with your menstrual cycle to support energy, strength, and recovery.
-Understand the role of the nervous system in women’s health and how to regulate stress for better balance.
-Shift your mindset around fitness and wellness to embrace your body’s natural rhythms.
-Apply functional nutrition strategies for hormone health and self-care.

Whether you’re a breast cancer survivor, a busy mom, or simply looking to optimize your health, this episode is full of actionable tips on fitness, mindset, and holistic women’s wellness practices.

00:00 – Introduction: Meet Your Hosts
00:17 – About Faith Through Fire & Podcast Mission
00:25 – Today’s Topic: Cycle Syncing & Exercise
00:57 – Guest Introduction: Natalie Kummer
01:23 – Natalie’s Approach: Beyond Fitness
01:39 – What is Cycle Syncing?
01:49 – Nervous System Regulation in Women’s Wellness
02:05 – Sponsor: Survivorship Bootcamp
03:21 – The Role of the Nervous System in Fitness
03:51 – Why Women Feel Stuck Despite Effort
04:50 – Challenge vs. Threat: Mindset Shifts
06:04 – Positive vs. Negative Stress
07:13 – The Power of Being Present During Exercise
09:10 – Growth Through Discomfort
10:55 – Introduction to Menstrual Cycle Syncing
16:32 – The Four Phases of the Menstrual Cycle
19:50 – How to Adjust Workouts for Each Phase
22:04 – Using Cycle Syncing for Self-Care
22:57 – Boobs in the News (Fun Segment)
25:58 – Making Wellness Manageable: Where to Start
27:05 – Building Habits & Consistency
28:27 – Sponsor: Thrivent Financial
28:58 – Where to Find Natali Kummer
29:19 – Closing Thoughts & Support Links

Connect with Natali Kummer:
Website: https://www.natalikummer.com
Instagram: @nkummer