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Cycle-Aligned Fitness Options

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CalliGirl · 02/03/2026 16:22

Hi all,
If you use fitness apps or follow workout plans, do you change things depending on where you are in your cycle? Or do you just stick to the plan regardless?

I heard aligning workouts to one's cycle phases is optimal but not sure if its worth and what good options are there (paid or free)?
Thanks in advance!

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momz1 · 20/03/2026 05:28

Some people switch workouts with their cycle, some don’t.
If you feel low, take it easy. If you feel good, keep going.
Just listen to your body.

BogRollBOGOF · 02/03/2026 19:00

I stick to my running plans which will be based on race dates, but I am aware of when I'll feel bloaty/crampy/ lead legs and will tweak if necessary and just think "oh day 21, no wonder my legs hate me"

I wouldn't create a plan specifically around my cycle and it's also a pain when my cycle drifts a few days earlier or later which would cock up longer term planning.