In this episode, Laura Potter explores why menstrual cycle awareness matters for athletes and how tracking your cycle can help you better understand your body, support recovery, and recognize when something may be off.
She breaks down the four phases of the menstrual cycle and discusses hormonal changes, fueling, overtraining, stress, rest, and Relative Energy Deficiency in Sport (RED-S). She also shares why coaches and parents have an important role to play in creating more open conversations around menstrual health.
Whether you’re a female athlete, coach, parent, or someone who wants to better understand your cycle, this episode will give you practical insight into what to track, what to look for, and why your menstrual cycle is an important part of your overall health.
This episode is for educational purposes and is not a substitute for individualized medical advice.
CW: Mentions of Disordered Eating Timestamp: 18:10-24:45
Mentioned on the show:
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The National Eating Disorders Association (NEDA)
Eating Disorder Screening Test
Relative Energy Deficiency in Sport (RED-S)
The Well HQ (Dr. Emma Ross, Baz Moffat, and Dr. Bella Smith)
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Laura Potter,
Certified Menstrual Cycle Coach and Restorative Yoga Teacher
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