Cycle Syncing: Optimizing Nutrition & Fitness with your Menstrual Cycle

Dr. Stephanie Estima dives into the fascinating world of women’s
menstrual cycles in this live recording from the Health
Optimisation Summit in London. With humour, science, and personal
anecdotes, she challenges common myths about menstruation and
menopause, offering actionable strategies to optimize health,
fitness, and nutrition during each phase of the cycle. Dr.
Stephanie breaks down the hormonal fluctuations and explains how
to adapt workouts and diets to match your body’s natural rhythms,
transforming these phases from frustrating to empowering. Don’t
miss this empowering session—it’s time to sync with your cycle
and thrive!


Episode Overview:
0:00 Intro/Teaser
6:13 Female-Focused Fitness Program Fails
14:38 Understanding the Menstrual Cycle Stages
19:11 Optimizing Women's Health Through Muscle
26:01 Training for Women's Health
31:56 Training and Nutrition During Menstrual Cycle
37:07 Transitioning From Skinny to Strong
41:26 Empowering Women's Health Discussion


Download Dr. Stephanie's slide deck for your reference
http://drstephanieestima.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/HOS-2024-Dr.-Stephanie-Estima-Final-3.pdf


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