A recent report from Outside Run highlights the increasing interest among athletes in cycle syncing, a method that involves adjusting training and exercise routines based on different phases of the menstrual cycle. This approach is gaining attention for its potential to help athletes optimize their performance by working with, rather than against, hormonal changes.
Ellen Casey, MD, CAQSM, FACSM, a physiatrist at Hospital for Special Surgery (HSS), explained the concept: “Cycle syncing is the concept of adjusting your training, exercise, workout, or sports performance across the menstrual cycle. The idea is to try to identify times when it might be best to do certain types of exercise or allow for more recovery, for example, at different points in the menstrual cycle.”
The article suggests that understanding these physiological patterns can help runners plan their workouts and recovery periods more effectively. More information about this topic can be found in the full article at run.outsideonline.com.
