60. The Need To Know Info About Your Cycle

Today, I'm joined with me, myself, and I! In this episode, I tell you everything you need to know about your cycle. Do you want to unlock your 'pussy powr'? Press that play button!The Circadian ClockTells us when we're going to get our deepest sleep, when we're going to be the most alert, when we're going to be the most coordinated, when we will have the fastest reaction time, etc. This helps regulate our body's temperature & metabolism. Men's testosterone production is also organized around the circadian clock. Our Infradian RhythmThe infradian rhythm is only for people that have female biological parts, and/or people going through a menstrual cycle. It is literally linked to your cycle.Did you know the infradian rhythm creates a 25% change in your brain chemistry over the course of a month?!  In order to optimize your fluctuating metabolism, you must change what you eat and the intensities of your workout for optimal results. We all have our own unique female biochemistry!When you can better understand your cycle you can become happier & healthy as well as more productive & satisfied.Did you know people with female biochemistry need more sleep than men because they have a more complex brain? (Nap time anyone?) The four phases of the menstrual cycle are, the follicular phase (prepare phase), ovulatory phase (open up), luteal phase (work phase), and the menstrual phase (rest).Recommendations for each phase: Follicular phase - Eat sauerkraut daily- 30 minutes of cardio (3x a week)- Plan out your month- Research new conceptsOvulation phase: - Eat more leafy meals - Bump up your workout!- Socialize Luteal phase: - Eat cooked sweet potatoes daily - Schedule times for deep thought type of work - Make time for solo or partner date nights - Try yoga-something to connect mind and bodyMenstrual phase: - Eat 1/4 avocado daily- Take a 30-minute walk- Incorporate stretch/yoga to workouts  - SELF CARE!Get the book!"In the FLO" by Alisa VittiInformation was taken straight from the book itself!https://intheflobook.com/ Connect with Rachel!Instagram: @The_Rachel_MaineWebsite: https://linktr.ee/WellnessSexpertiseFacebook: Rachel MaineFacebook Group: Owning Your Sexual Self Email: [email protected] the showConnect with Rachel!Instagram: @The_Rachel_MaineWebsite: https://linktr.ee/WellnessSexpertiseYouTube: YouTube.com/@OwningYourSexualSelfFacebook: Rachel MaineEmail: [email protected]