Dr Marianna Apicella

Is it true that … you should sync your workout routine to your menstrual cycle?

There is no evidence that ovulation affects muscle-building, but you may feel stronger at certain timesIt’s an idea that’s been enthusiastically embraced on social media: women should sync their training to their menstrual cycle. That means lifting heavier weights around ovulation, then switching to gentler movement such as yoga in the second half of the cycle – because as their hormones fluctuate so does their strength. But there’s not much proof that this is useful, says Dr Marianna...