She Is Well
She Is Well is a faith-rooted wellness podcast for women who want to balance their hormones, lose weight, feel energized, improve their periods, and finally feel at home in their bodies—without extreme diets or hustle culture.
Hosted by a registered dietitian and mom, Natalie Trapasso, each episode helps you understand your body, sync with your cycle, and nourish your health with biblical wisdom and real-life simplicity.
From hormone balance and cycle syncing to metabolism, inflammation, fertility, and faith—we cover what actually works for women (not just what works for men).
If you're ready to feel well—body, mind, and spirit—you're in the right place.
She Is Well
The Best Workout for Your Hormones (And What to Avoid)
Keywords
hormones, exercise, women's health, menstrual cycle, strength training, cortisol, blood sugar, fertility, wellness, fitness
Summary
In this episode of the She Is Well podcast, host Natalie Trapasso discusses the intricate relationship between exercise and hormonal health for women. She explains how different workouts can either support or disrupt hormonal balance, emphasizing the importance of aligning exercise with the menstrual cycle phases. The conversation covers the impact of hormones on energy, mood, and metabolism, and provides practical advice on the best types of workouts for each phase of the cycle, highlighting the significance of strength training and the necessity of rest days.
Takeaways
- Workouts can significantly affect hormonal balance.
- Understanding hormones is crucial for women's health.
- Cortisol levels can be influenced by exercise intensity.
- Moderate exercise is better for hormone health than high intensity.
- Rest days are essential for maintaining hormonal balance.
- Strength training is highly beneficial for women.
- Listening to your body is key during different cycle phases.
- Blood sugar stability is important for hormone regulation.
- Exercise can help manage stress and improve mood.
- Hormonal fluctuations should guide workout choices.
Chapters
00:00 Understanding Hormones and Their Impact on Health
04:01 The Role of Exercise in Hormonal Balance
09:56 Best Workouts for Each Phase of the Menstrual Cycle
15:35 Practical Application: Building a Balanced Workout Routine
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