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The 3 Phases of Training + Why and How to Cycle Through Them

Published 2 months, 4 weeks ago
Description
Today I want to talk about something that, once it clicks, is such a relief. Your training is not supposed to feel the same all the time. Even when you're consistent. Even when you're doing everything "right."
 
There are seasons where pushing feels amazing.
There are seasons where holding steady is exactly what your body needs.
And there are seasons where pulling back is actually what helps you move forward.
 
If you've ever noticed that some weeks you feel strong, energized, and excited to train, and other weeks the same workouts feel heavier or harder to get through, I want you to hear this clearly.
 
So today I'm keeping this really simple and really practical. We're talking about the three training phases every woman should cycle through, how to tell which one you're in, and why recovery is not optional if you want long-term results.
 
What's discussed

  • Why your workouts are not supposed to feel the same all the time — and why fluctuations in strength and motivation are normal, not failure.

  • How your body constantly gives you feedback through energy, recovery, hormones, stress, and performance.

  • Why staying in "push mode" year-round leads to plateaus, frustration, and burnout.

  • The importance of cycling through three intentional training phases instead of training randomly.

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