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In this episode, Garrett and Brittany discuss the female menstrual cycle and its impact on health and fitness. They cover topics such as the different phases of the menstrual cycle, the effects of nutrition and exercise on the cycle, and the importance of tracking and understanding one's cycle. They emphasize the need for women to be informed about their bodies and to prioritize their health and well-being. In this conversation, Garrett and Brittany discuss the importance of mastering the basics of nutrition, training, and lifestyle before diving into more advanced concepts like cycle syncing. They emphasize the need for women to feel safe and secure in their bodies in order to conceive, and highlight the role of nutrition, sleep, stress management, and training volume in optimizing fertility. They debunk myths around cycle syncing and seed cycling, and stress the importance of tracking weights, understanding rate of exertion, and being intentional with nutrition for optimal performance. They also emphasize the power and strength of women and encourage them to trust their internal wisdom.

Takeaways:

• The menstrual cycle has different phases, including the follicular phase and the luteal phase.

• During the follicular phase, the body's ability to utilize carbohydrates and store glycogen increases.

• During the luteal phase, fat oxidation and protein utilization increase, while carb oxidation decreases.

• Nutrition quality and timing play a significant role in managing the menstrual cycle and reducing symptoms.

• Tracking body temperature can help identify ovulation and optimize thyroid function.

• Master the basics of nutrition, training, and lifestyle before diving into more advanced concepts.

• Feeling safe and secure in your body is crucial for optimal fertility.

• Nutrition, sleep, stress management, and training volume play a significant role in optimizing fertility.

• Debunk myths around cycle syncing and seed cycling.

• Track weights, understand rate of exertion, and be intentional with nutrition for optimal performance.

• Trust your internal wisdom and embrace your power and strength as a woman.