In the latest Fitness Fertility Podcast, IVF trainer Maria addresses listener questions on fertility and IVF. The episode covers dietary balance, BMI management, and the benefits of journaling for fertility tracking and much more!!
Questions answered!
Tilly from Cambridge: Experiencing uncertainty about initiating her IVF journey. Maria's key advice: Focus initially on improving sleep quality to positively impact overall health and enhance decision-making capabilities.
Rob: In search of effective strategies to support his wife during their IVF journey. Maria offers several suggestions: Consistently share and possibly prepare healthy meals together, engage in joint workouts to foster mutual support, and demonstrate understanding and patience regarding mood fluctuations due to hormonal changes.
Aoife from Dublin: Curious about the feasibility of continuing her CrossFit regimen while undergoing IVF. Maria recommends: Decrease the intensity of workouts and carefully align exercise routines with the different phases of the menstrual cycle to support fertility.
Catherine: Seeking advice on lowering her BMI in preparation for IVF. Maria emphasizes a holistic approach: Prioritize restful sleep, establish a system of accountability, maintain a balanced and nutritious diet, and adapt fitness routines to be in sync with the menstrual cycle.
The Role of Journaling: Highlighted as an effective tool for managing stress, journaling also helps in meticulously tracking fertility-related symptoms and patterns, offering valuable insights for medical consultations.
To find Maria: HERE
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