In today’s world, everyone is in the race of productivity and competition. However, during all this, we forget our body's rhythms. Working with your period and not against it means that you embrace the natural shifts of your menstrual cycle and align your activities, your work, and your self-care with the phases of your cycle. A concept known as cycle syncing, lets you unlock the world of productivity and success by working with your period.

Cycle Syncing: A Lifestyle

Cycle syncing is not rocket science, nor it is something you can achieve overnight. It is a lifestyle, adapting to which might take some time. It helps you tap into your body’s energy and wisdom for a balanced life and well-being. You need to set your goals, track your symptoms and cycle, and listen to what your body is saying to you.

Here’s a brief overview of how you can optimize each phase of your cycle.

Syncing in the Menstrual Phase – Rest and Reset

Your energy level is at its lowest in your menstrual phase and you might experience mood swings and hormonal fluctuations. We always recommend using period products that are organic,  so you have less risk of putting chemicals in your body that can disrupt hormones. Here’s what you should do

Rest, Rest, and Rest

During your period, you should rest a lot. Try to get good sleep and listen to your body when it asks you to slow down. We have some self care items that can help you relax in the marketplace.

Iron-rich Foods

Leafy vegetables, lentils, and proteins can help you cope with blood loss and low energy levels.

Hydrate well

Hydrating helps your body in digestion and dealing with cramps and fluid loss, and it also helps in improving your uterine health.

Pilates and Meditation

You should go for light exercises such as Pilates or stretching which promotes blood flow, alleviates cramps, and is also very helpful in connecting your inner thoughts.

Follicular Phase: Surge of Energy

During this phase, you have high energy levels and positive vibes. Here’s how to cycle sync in the follicular phase.

Hit the Gym

Your motivation and confidence level are at its peak with a boost of testosterone. So hit the gym, and go for strength training and cardio to make the most out of it.

Eat fresh

Fresh fruits and plant-based meals will fuel your energy without slowing you. Light food rich in minerals and nutrients is the best choice for this phase.

Be innovative

Your mind is tuned for innovation and creativity, so use this to your advantage. Think out of the box and initiate new projects. Film social media videos, have a brainstorming session for a work project. The ideas should be flowing!

Set Goals

Your positivity is at its peak, and you should use this to plan your coming days. Set meetings and plan ahead with positive intentions.

Ovulation Phase (the shortest phase): Socialize and Self-Care

You love yourself in the ovulation phase, you want to hang out, and your communication skills are likely more polished in this phase. Here’s how to take advantage.

Socialize

During this phase, you should go out, enroll in a workshop, attend a conference, and arrange a meeting. Make your work life and personal life shine in this phase.

Do collective activities

Whether you plan a movie, join a group exercise, or arrange team activities in the office, it’s the best time to do team activities.

Spa-Day

You should engage yourself in self-care activities, go to a salon, have a spa day, or you can just get your nails done.

Proteins

You should eat a balanced nutrition in this phase as your body needs it. Make a combination of protein, carbs, and healthy fats in your meals.

Luteal Phase: Listen to Your Body

Your energy level starts declining in the Luteal phase so listen to your body while syncing in this phase. Here’s how to do it.

Manage Cravings

Many women have cravings in the latter part of their luteal phase because of insulin resistance. Apple cider vinegar may help this, as well as chromium and berberine if needed. Manage your cravings and find healthy alternatives for yourself. Fill up on fresh fruits and vegetables, and eat real, organic chocolate as it has magnesium and iron. 

Manage PMS

Manage PMS with holistic measures and take a diet that contains magnesium or vitamin B6. You can consult a healthcare professional so they can suggest you good supplements as well. Make sure you sleep well and stay hydrated.

Moderate Physical Activity

You don’t have to be inactive, but you can manage your workout routine. Try doing moderate exercise if you can and try to take a walk to get your blood flowing.

Track your cycle

You should journal your cycle syncing regularly, especially in the luteal phase. Track your mood, energy, and cycles to get a better hold of your syncing journey. There are many apps to help with this, as well as the health app if you have an Iphone.

Remember, everybody is different. Listen to your body always!