Let’s talk about hormones.
So knowing thiscan we create a lifestyle plan to match diet and exercise to our hormonal fluctuations?
The answer is yes.
First, get to know your hormones.
In this early phasedays 1 through 7 in a typical monthestrogen is rising and progesterone is low.
Days 7-14:
During days 7 through 14, estrogen is high and progesterone low.
Days 14-21:
After ovulation you enter the early luteal phase.
Estrogen is high and progesterone high.
Here’s how to live in harmony with your hormones.
This means that during the follicular phase it’s possible for you to tolerate more carbohydrates.
Some expert trainers like Jade Teta recommend a 40:30:30 macronutrient intake (carbs:protein:fat).
Fewer stress-inducing activities should be done at this part of the month.
Think walking, yoga, or barre three to five times a week.
If none of these appeal to you then a short burst session or HIIT would also work.
Irregular cycle?
Here’s what to do.
For 99 percent of my patients with irregular cycles, it’s stress.
My favorite way to battle stress is yoga.
If you are on a steady-state hormone birth control, this might be a little different for you.
And that’s something we can all get behind!
Dr. Amy Shahis a double board certified MD with training fromCornell,ColumbiaandHarvardUniversities.
She is an expert on intermittent fasting for women and hasa 2 week guided group program.
