Cycle-based training
What is cycle-based training?
Cycle-based training takes into account the natural hormonal fluctuations of the menstrual cycle and adjusts training according to its different phases. Each phase – menstruation, follicular phase, ovulation, and luteal phase – can affect physical performance and recovery capacity in different ways.
During the menstruation phase, women often feel lower energy, so training during this time is usually lighter and focused on recovery. In the follicular phase, which begins after menstruation, energy levels rise and physical performance improves, making more intense workouts easier. Ovulation, occurring in the middle of the cycle, is the peak of hormonal activity, when many women can perform at their best. In the luteal phase, which follows ovulation, women may notice a slight decline in performance as the body prepares for menstruation, making a slightly reduced training intensity beneficial.
By adjusting training according to the cycle, women can optimize performance, minimize the risk of injury, and support their bodies throughout the entire cycle. Cycle-based training not only promotes physical health but also takes into account individual needs and the body’s natural rhythm.
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Cycle Calendar:
By consistently logging your cycle day and length, you can easily keep track of your cycle.
Dashboard Graph:
Visual overview of your current cycle phase with training intensity.
Customized training volume and intensity:
Customized training volume and intensity adjustments according to the user’s cycle phase.
Cycle Calendar:
By consistently logging your cycle day and length, you can easily keep track of your cycle.
Dashboard Graph:
Visual overview of your current cycle phase with training intensity.
Customized training volume and intensity:
Customized training volume and intensity adjustments according to the user’s cycle phase.
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FAQ's
Frequently asked questions about our training programs. Find answers about routines, methods, and how to register.
Do you train less overall when following cycle-based training?
No. Since you train more than usual during the high-intensity weeks and reduce the load during the recovery week, the overall training volume remains the same as with standard training plans.
Does this training method also work with an irregular cycle?
Yes, cycle-based training can still work with an irregular cycle. Instead of relying only on fixed calendar days, the training can be adjusted based on how you feel, your energy levels, and physical signals from your body.
Tracking symptoms, mood, recovery, and performance can help identify patterns over time. Even with an irregular cycle, this awareness allows training intensity and volume to be adapted more effectively, supporting both performance and recovery.
Is cycle-based training suitable for every woman?
Cycle-based training can be beneficial for many women, but it is not necessarily the best approach for everyone. Every body responds differently to hormonal changes, training load, and recovery.
For some women, adjusting training according to the menstrual cycle can help improve performance, support recovery, and reduce the risk of overtraining. Others may prefer a more consistent training structure that does not change significantly throughout the month.
The most important factor is listening to your body and choosing a training approach that supports your individual needs, goals, and lifestyle.
How do you combine cycle-based training with competitions?
Combining cycle-based training with competitions requires flexibility in planning. While training can be adjusted according to the different phases of the cycle, competition dates are usually fixed and cannot always align with the ideal phase for peak performance.
In preparation for a competition, training can be structured so that the most intensive phases occur when energy and performance levels are typically higher. At the same time, athletes can learn to adapt their strategies depending on how they feel during a specific phase of their cycle.
