Ep 93: Should You Work Out During Your Period or While Pregnant? (What Women Need to Know)

If you’ve ever felt like your body is changing and no one really explained why… this episode is for you.In this episode of Straight Up With Steph®, I sit down with Dr. Jen Fraboni to break down what’s actually happening in women’s bodies through different life stages—and how to support yourself through it.We talk about everything from menstrual cycles and workouts, to pregnancy myths, postpartum recovery, and the reality of perimenopause. Dr. Jen brings an evidence-based, practical approach to pain, posture, pelvic health, and recovery—without the overwhelm or rigid rules.If you’ve been trying to “push through” or feel like your body isn’t responding the way it used to, this episode will help you understand why—and what to do about it.In this episode, we cover:Why you don’t need to train differently based on your cycle—but you do need to listen to your bodyHow hormones impact pain, recovery, and energy levelsThe truth about exercise during pregnancy (and outdated myths that still exist)What actually matters for postpartum recovery (and what most people skip)How pelvic health connects to pain, pressure, and performanceWhat’s happening in perimenopause that affects joints, strength, and recoveryWhy strength training becomes more important as we ageWhat soreness really means—and how to recover smarterSimple ways to support your body without overcomplicating itIf this episode helped you, share it with a friend or teammate who needs to hear it—and don’t forget to follow and leave a review so more people can find the show.Topics discussed: women’s health, pelvic floor, perimenopause, postpartum recovery, strength training for women, hormone health, injury prevention, recovery tips About Dr JenConnect with Dr Jen:Jen Health Platformhttps://instagram.com/docjenfithttps://www.youtube.com/c/docjenfit?sub_confirmation=1https://www.tiktok.com/@docjenfit?_r=1&_t=ZT-94HIlrqrgmDhttps://facebook.com/docjenfit To watch on YouTube, click hereDisclaimer: The opinions expressed by guests on this podcast are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of Polished Posture. The information shared in this podcast is for educational and entertainment purposes only and should not be considered medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional for any health concerns or before making significant lifestyle changes. Send me a message, I’d love to hear from you! Click here for Christmas In July Sale!(code: POLISH150 FOR $150 off cordless polishers)  To connect with me: 🦷Polished Posture Club➡️Instagram💻My Website📨Email: [email protected] 💌Newsletter signup