How Understanding Your Cycle Will Transform Your Health with Alisa Vitti
Jan 30, 2025
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Alisa Vitti, creator of the Cycle Syncing Method and author, overcame PCOS and is now a leader in women's hormone health. In this engaging discussion, she shares how aligning workouts and nutrition with the menstrual cycle can transform well-being. Alisa delves into the power of hormones on mood and productivity, the importance of understanding cyclical health patterns, and practical tips for meal prepping. Her journey and insights empower women to embrace their cycles and enhance their health naturally.
Alisa Vitti's journey with PCOS led her to develop the Cycle Syncing Method, emphasizing holistic health through personalized nutrition and lifestyle adjustments.
Understanding the infradian rhythm is crucial for women as it influences energy, mood, and metabolic rates, allowing for tailored health approaches.
Adapting exercise routines in accordance with the menstrual cycle promotes hormonal balance and overall well-being, encouraging mindful self-care practices.
Deep dives
The Journey to Hormonal Health
Elisa Fidi shares her personal experience with polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) and how it motivated her to find alternative healing methods rather than relying solely on birth control. After suffering severe symptoms, including weight gain and debilitating acne, she sought answers and underwent extensive research into nutrition and hormonal balance. This journey led her to create the Cycle Syncing Method, a holistic approach aimed at regulating hormones through nutrition and lifestyle changes instead of medication. Her story emphasizes the importance of understanding one’s body and exploring options beyond conventional treatments.
The Infradian Rhythm Explained
Fidi introduces the concept of the infradian rhythm, a biological cycle unique to women that governs various bodily functions throughout their menstrual cycle. This rhythm influences metabolic rates, energy levels, and mood, and highlights why women's health needs to be approached differently than men’s, who typically follow a 24-hour circadian cycle. Understanding this rhythm allows women to tailor their nutrition, exercise, and self-care practices according to their current phase, promoting overall health and well-being. By aligning activities with hormonal fluctuations, women can optimize their physical and mental performance.
Cycle Syncing Nutrition
Fidi discusses the nutritional needs associated with each phase of the menstrual cycle, advising women to adjust their diets accordingly to support hormonal health. During the follicular and ovulatory phases, a focus on lighter, nutrient-dense foods aids in hormone production, while the luteal phase requires an increase in caloric intake to maintain blood sugar stability. Specific foods that promote liver detox and digestive ease are essential at different times, such as warming cooked vegetables during the menstrual phase. Fidi emphasizes that understanding these dietary shifts can alleviate common menstrual symptoms and enhance overall health.
Fitness Adaptations for Women
Elisa Fidi emphasizes the importance of adapting fitness routines to correlate with the menstrual cycle, particularly moderating high-intensity workouts. In the follicular and ovulatory phases, women can perform more vigorous cardio, but during the luteal and menstrual phases, low-impact exercises like yoga or walking are recommended to prevent hormonal disruptions. Listening to the body and recognizing signs of fatigue or stress is crucial to prevent burnout and ailments. This strategic approach to exercise not only supports hormonal balance but also enhances overall well-being.
Embracing the Cycle and Self-Care
Fidi encourages women to embrace their unique cycles instead of viewing them as burdens, advocating for a more celebratory and nurturing attitude towards menstruation. She highlights the significance of prioritizing self-care rituals that align with hormonal phases, such as relaxation techniques during the menstrual phase. Moreover, cultivating an intimate understanding of one's body and fostering supportive environments contributes to emotional and physical healing. By practicing self-compassion and acknowledging the body's natural rhythms, women can achieve greater balance and harmony in their lives.
Episode 66: This week, I’m so excited to be joined by the amazing Alisa Vitti, creator of the Cycle Syncing Method and author of In the Flowand Woman Code. Alisa has been a huge inspiration in my journey with PCOS, and her work has completely transformed how I approach my health.
If you don’t already know her story, Alisa overcame her own struggles with hormonal imbalances and PCOS to become a leading voice in women’s hormone health—and it’s so inspiring.
In this episode, we dive into:
Aligning your workouts, nutrition, and daily habits with your cycle
How hormones shape your energy, mood, and productivity
Alisa’s powerful journey of healing and helping women reconnect with their bodies
Her insights will change the way you think about your health and empower you to reach a new level of wellness.
We’ll definitely be having more conversations with Alisa, so drop your questions in the comments—I’d love to hear what you’d like to know!
