The follicular phase begins on the first day after your period has ended and lasts until ovulation. During this time, your energy levels tend to rise as estrogen starts to increase. This is the perfect phase to engage in more intense workouts or exercises that build strength and endurance.
Exercise Recommendations:
Weight Training: Your strength is on the rise during this phase, so it’s a great time to focus on lifting heavier weights or increasing resistance. Consider a full-body workout or targeting specific muscle groups.
Spinning (Indoor Cycling): The burst of energy makes it a fantastic time for more vigorous cardio exercises like spinning. This workout will help you tap into that energy for an efficient calorie burn and cardiovascular improvement.
Jogging or Hiking: If you're an outdoor enthusiast, this is an excellent phase for light jogging or hiking. Your endurance is higher, and you'll find you can go longer distances without feeling drained.
Links for exercise pages and demos:
Online Spinning for Follicular Phase - Kaleigh Cohen Cycling
Weight Training Routine for Follicular Phase - Follicular Movement TrueFemininity Pinterest
Outdoor option for Jogging/Hiking for Follicular Phase - All Trails (for local outdoor trails near you)