In this episode, we’re diving deep into the menstrual cycle—the four phases you move through each month, what’s happening under the hood, and how that impacts your mood, energy, cravings, workouts, and more.

👉 And if you’re a man listening in—thank you for being here. Whether you’re a coach, a partner, a dad, or you just want to understand the women in your life better—this will give you real insight into what many of us are navigating week to week.

This is part 1 of a 2-part series on hormone health. In this one, we’re talking all about your monthly cycle. In part 2 (coming soon), I’ll be covering perimenopause, menopause, PCOS, and some of the common hormone-related conditions many women deal with.

Whether you're brand new to cycle syncing or just want to understand your body better—this one's for you.

We chat about:

• The four phases of your menstrual cycle (and why they matter more than you think)
• Why you’re not “lazy” for needing more rest some weeks
• When to push harder in the gym—and when to dial it back
• What’s really behind the PMS snack attacks (hello, 100–300 extra calories burned in the luteal phase 👀)
• How to adjust your training, food, and expectations to work with your body

There’s science, there’s storytelling, and a whole lot of real talk.

By the end of this episode, you’ll feel more in tune with your body—and hopefully, a little more compassionate towards it too.

🔗 MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:

• The James Smith podcast – Fat Loss for females
• Precision Nutrition – Cycle-based coaching methods
• Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism, 2006 – Energy expenditure during the luteal phase
• Dr. Jen Gunter – The Vagina Bible
• National Institute of Mental Health – PMDD info

🎧 LISTEN IF:

• You’ve ever cried over an insurance advert
• You feel like your motivation ghosts you once a month
• You want practical ways to sync your workouts and nutrition with your cycle
• You’re ready to stop fighting your body and start working with it

💥 If this helped you feel more seen, please share it with a friend, drop me a DM, or leave a review.

Because more women deserve this info—without shame, without confusion, and without having to Google symptoms at 2am.