Aug 12, 2025

Cyclic Living: Aligning Your Lifestyle With Your Hormones

Aanya Mehta

What is Cyclic Living?

A lifestyle approach where you sync your diet, exercise, and habits with the phases of your menstrual cycle.

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Menstrual Phase (Days 1-5)

Focus on rest, gentle movement like yoga, and nutrient rich foods to replenish iron.

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Follicular Phase (Day 6-14)

Energy rises. Try new workouts, start creative projects, and eat light, fresh foods.

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Ovulatory Phase (Day 15-17)

Peak energy and social skills, schedule presentations, group workouts, and nutrient packed meals.

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Luteal Phase (Day 18-28)

Wind down with calming routines, strength training, and magnesium rich foods to ease PMS.

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Work With Not Against Your Hormones

Customise your calendar and goals based on energy shifts for better productivity and mood.

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Food as Hormone Support

From leafy greens to seeds, eating in sync can reduce bloating, fatigue, and mood swings.

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The Payoff

Less burnout, improved focus, and a more balanced relationship with your body.

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