Cycle

PMS

PMS (Premenstrual syndrome) are physical, emotional, and behavioral symptoms that occur during the last week of the luteal phase (1 to 2 weeks before menstruation). The symptoms typically start in the 5 days before menstruation begins and go away within 4 days after bleeding starts.

We can’t make PMS go away entirely, but there are some things we can do to alleviate the symptoms. Exercise, diet (limiting sugar, salt, alcohol, and caffeine), prioritizing sleep, and stress reduction can help. These classes can help too!

Menstruation

Days 1-5
This phase begins when your egg from the previous cycle isn’t fertilized. The uterus sheds its inner lining of soft tissue and blood vessels which exits the body in the form of menstrual fluid. I see it as the uterus preparing the environment for a new egg.

You have your period but I have you, we’re going to get through this week together.

Ovulation

Day 14
Ovulation happens about halfway through your cycle. However, you’ll want to track your cycle to be able to really pinpoint your ovulation day (Ex. I ovulate a bit earlier in the range of day 9-12.) Ovulation is the natural process of an egg being released to be fertilized. If you are in the process of trying to conceive THIS is the time to do it (pun intended). If you are not trying to conceive this is the time you wanna know about and take your precautions.

CLASSES COMING SOON!

Luteal Phase

Days 14-28: “The Danger Zone”
During the final phase of your cycle, the uterine lining thickens in preparation for a fertilized egg. A healthy, thick uterine lining is imperative for offering a fertilized egg a place to attach (if you are trying to conceive). If at the end of the luteal phase there is no fertilized egg, this thick lining is released during menstruation.

Everything feels really tough right now. This class doesn’t. Enjoy!

How To: Pigeon Pose

Looking for a little pigeon pose how to refresher?