Episode 54: Better Ways to Sync Your Menstrual Cycle

You've likely seen an uptick in "cycle syncing" content across social media platforms and may even be confused about what to do/not do.

Well, in this episode, Doc Lyss goes in depth about: the menstrual cycle overview, impacts of our cycles/hormones, performance across the month, lifestyle factors that play a role, nutritional guidance, ways to cater training to YOUR UNIQUE and individual body/needs, tracking metrics, using RPE to train, and MUCH much more.

You won't want to miss this one!

Past Podcast Episodes Referenced: 👉 https://bit.ly/49inTuh (Menstrual Cycle Myths) 👉 https://bit.ly/42MQaXu (The Big 3 for Females) 👉 https://bit.ly/3SIoGxm (Mindset/Behavior Change)

⏰ Time Stamps:

0:00 - Introduction

2:20 - Setting the stage

3:30 - Discussing the nuance

4:45 - Working with our cycles

5:30 - Phases of the menstrual cycle

9:00 - Focusing on the base/basics first

10:00 - Eating ENOUGH

13:30 - Well-structured training program

19:40 - Using RPE in your training and why

26:30 - Nutrition approach and your metabolism

32:30 - Carbohydrate timing

35:00 - Protein timing

37:50 - Hydration/electrolytes

39:50 - Sleep hygiene and supplements

43:00 - Creatine and caffeine

44:00 - Mental/cognitive thoughts

45:00 - Data on performance

47:00 - Monthly approach

54:00 - Recap

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