Rethinking Cycle Syncing: Are We Misunderstanding the Importance of Pre-Ovulation?

Send us Fan MailThe follicular phase, pre-ovulation and ovulation phases are often framed as phases to push yourself, meet goals and do hard workouts before the slump of luteal hits. However, is the lifestyle approach of cycle syncing oversimplifying complex physiological systems, and leading the menstrual and ovulatory dysregulation?In this episode, I explore a new science-backed theory of cycle syncing. Let's look at what’s actually happening hormonally and neurologically during this phase, and why this differs widely from person to person.Rather than idealising pre-ovulation as a “green light” phase, this conversation invites a more attentive approach - one that recognises complex biological systems. If you’ve ever felt pressured to maximise or optimise your life in the first half of your cycle, this episode is for you, and suggests a different approach, grounded in physiology and evidence.I hope you enjoy the episode. Thank you for listening! Basal Body Temperature Measuring Tools Using calendar (roughly 2 weeks after 1st day of period)Thermometer with app: https://amzn.eu/d/fybWNpu Tempdrop armband: https://www.tempdrop.com/?srsltid=AfmBOoqku7lHLfErfA3uYPR4ImqS8YYiLYCuHQ9KsVC48aoW9rKELI6e