Changing your workouts based on your menstrual cycle

Dr. Lauren Colenso-Semple, a PhD researcher specializing in exercise and menstrual cycles, shares her expertise on how menstrual phases should influence workout plans. She discusses the impact of hormone fluctuations on resistance training and the need for customized approaches as women experience their cycles differently. Myths surrounding hormonal contraceptives are debunked, while the significance of strength training for women is emphasized. Dr. Colenso-Semple advocates for more tailored fitness regimens that consider these unique physiological changes.