Cycle 101
Your period health matters.
Practice for your period
Optimize your flow
Your flow. Your terms.
Raise your hand if…
You need relief from period pain that’s dragging you down
You want help regulating stress levels
You’re dealing with monthly pain from Endometriosis or PCOS and want to find holistic support
You’re on the perimenopause rollercoaster and want to ease symptoms naturally
You’re relying on painkillers each month just to get through your period
You want to know your body on a deeper level and tap into its innate wisdom and power
Cycle FAQs
Phases of your cycle & how to track them
Phase 1 Menstruation // (New Moon) Starts on day 1 of your period and lasts roughly 3-7 days
Phase 2 Follicular // (Waxing Moon) Time between your period wrapping up and ovulation occurring
Phase 3 Ovulatory // (Full Moon) Shortest phase lasting only 24-48 hours
Phase 4 Luteal // (Waning Moon) Time between ovulation and the first day of your period lasting around 10-16 days
“A simple act of revolution is to learn about your body, to get to know the terrain of your cycle, and to take charge of your own health.”
-Maisie Hill, Women’s Health Specialist, author of Period Power
Wondering how all these ever-changing hormones are affecting your day-to-day life?
Glad you asked! Here’s a run-down of how your fluctuating hormones might be affecting how you’re feeling emotionally and physically each month, complete with period playlist Inspo!
Phase One // Menstruation
Energy may be low, cramps might be present and moods may be shifty. Supportive, therapeutic movement to match your energy levels will help ease cramps, improve energy and balance moods.
Think breath work, movement through the pelvis and gentle compress/release methods focused around the belly that will bring nutrients to local tissues and reduce those pesky period problems.
A walk in nature, a hot bath, a good book, some dark chocolate are all great options too!
Phase Two // Follicular
You’ll likely feel more energized in this phase making it a great time for higher intensity movement. Your mind might be extra crisp, clear and innovative too, so if you have big projects you need to tackle or creative pursuits to focus on, your hormones are backing you up!
You might also be feeling extra social and sassy so events, trips, dates and anything that requires you to be outgoing and engaged will all flow well during this phase.
Phase Three // Ovulation
Energy is at its peak in this short phase so this is a great time for high intensity workouts, finishing up projects and anything social. Just be sure to balance all that fire with a little cool so you don’t burn out!
Phase Four // Luteal
The first half of this phase may feel very different from the last half leading up to the start of your period! Early luteal may have you feeling full of energy and lightness while late luteal may bog you down with physical discomfort and fluctuating moods as your period approaches. So know that within this phase (it’s a long one, 10-16 days) you could experience quite the range of physical and emotional shifts.
The key here is to tune in so you notice the shifts happening and can respond accordingly. That may look like cancelling plans, saying no to things you aren’t 100% about and scheduling in time for rest and quiet.