#29 Should we be exercising according to our menstrual cycles?

#29 Should we be exercising according to our menstrual cycles?

Author: Rhiannon Carter June 9, 2023 Duration: 32:15

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Today I’m joined by Mikey to chat about the impact that the menstrual cycle, with its four distinct phases (menstrual, follicular, ovulation, and luteal), can have on how we exercise.


Mikey and I don’t only talk about the biological aspect of this issue but also the social. Are menstrual cycles taken into account during qualification courses to become Personal Trainers, for example? Is it still taboo to talk about periods and cycles in the gym? How can people who menstruate begin the. - often overwhelming - task of trying to learn how best to work with their bodies?


As always, some extra resources for you to dive in a bit deeper if you wish:


The menstrual month: how to exercise effectively at every stage of your cycle // The Guardian

https://www.theguardian.com/lifeandstyle/2021/feb/02/the-menstrual-month-how-to-exercise-effectively-at-every-stage-of-your-cycle


Day Twenty Three: Exercycle // 28ish Days Later Podcast

https://open.spotify.com/episode/74qfhJMS3d0l1tDUZECq3Q?si=YDBTJ1snRnaOnSHOrRR27Q


The Truth About Menstrual Cycle-Syncing: Working Out and Your Period with Dr Frankie Spence // Working Hard, Hardly Working Podcast

https://open.spotify.com/episode/71xhnFObY50uee0sx8Zcn7 


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If you've reached a point in your English studies where typical lessons feel too shallow, Deep Talk: Advanced English Discussions with Rhiannon ELT might be the conversation you've been missing. Hosted by Rhiannon Carter, this podcast moves firmly beyond standard grammar drills and vocabulary lists to engage with the complex, provocative, and often overlooked subjects that shape our world. Each episode is built on the belief that true language mastery happens when you're intellectually invested, tackling themes that genuinely spark curiosity and debate. You'll hear thoughtful explorations into matters like societal attitudes toward death and dying, the nuances of LGBT rights, and the intriguing process of how history gets rewritten. Rhiannon guides these advanced discussions with clarity, making sophisticated ideas accessible while naturally modeling the precise vocabulary and fluid expression fluent speakers use. The dialogue might wander into the cultural significance of witchcraft, examine the relationship between exercise and menstrual cycles, or even pull back the curtain on the less-glamorous realities of being a language teacher on social media. This isn't about passive listening; it's an invitation to stretch your comprehension and develop your own opinions on substantive topics. For advanced learners seeking a richer, more authentic context for their skills, this podcast provides a unique space where challenging English becomes the tool for deeper understanding, not just the end goal.
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