Your Winter Weekend Hormone Horoscope
Cancel your weekend plans, we’ve made them for you...based on your phase in the menstrual cycle!
Pull out your period tracker (in whatever way you track), and see which day of your cycle you're on. There are 4 phases of the menstrual cycle, and syncing your food, activities, and intentions around your current phase will help you get the most out of this winter weekend!
Day 1-6: Menstrual Phase
Theme of your weekend:
restorative, grounding, gentle, comforting
Things to do:
wake up naturally, rot in bed, cook, make a playlist, set intentions for the month, read, draw, breathe in fresh air, yoga, meditate, get cozy
Foods to eat:
warm, comfort foods. anti-inflammatory, iron-rich foods. let yourself eat all the treats you want
Day 7-12: Follicular Phase
Theme of your weekend:
exploratory, optimistic, reflective, motivated
Things to do:
go to a workout class, plan a new project, get sunshine, try a new recipe, invite friends over, start a new hobby, visit a new spot in your city, watch a documentary, call an old friend
Foods to eat:
light and refreshing meals. focus on lean protein and leafy greens. use colorful ingredients. try something new!
Day 13-16: Ovulatory Phase
Theme of your weekend:
energetic, confident, vibrant, social
Things to do:
dance, run, go out, hang with friends, go on a date, go outside, host a dinner party, film a tiktok, send a risky text, go to a workout class, go thrift shopping, say affirmations in the mirror
Foods to eat:
protein-rich meals. fruits and veggies. colorful, full plates. get lunch with a friend. cook dinner incorporating omega-3s and antioxidants.
Day 17-28: Luteal Phase
Theme of your weekend:
slow, intentional, forgiving, creative
Things to do:
sleep in, journal, read, paint, craft, cook, take a bath, stretch, walk, watch a movie, drink tea, meditate, plan, organize, self care
Foods to eat:
cook your favorite meals. prioritize protein, complex carbs, and magnesium. not feeling lke cooking? order in, you deserve it.
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