Cyclical Fitness Myths: Busted

Happy Thanksgiving, everyone! In this episode, I share how distraught I am over my first gluten-free Thanksgiving and the ATROCITY that is gluten-free bread. Why is it...wet?! I digress: this episode is actually all about busting the top 5 cyclical fitness myths that are floating around the internet. Why is walking the main exercise recommended for the luteal phase? Is cycle syncing the same thing as cyclical fitness? Do you have to have a 28-day cycle to get any benefits from a cyclical approach? All this PLUS the details on my Black Friday weekend are ahead in today's installment. As always, if you enjoyed this episode please share with your friends and give it a rating! DID YOU HEAR THE NEWS?! The Keeping Balance Method is now an APP! Introducing a brand new membership for on-demand home workouts that live in flexible workout vaults for each menstrual cycle! Learn more HERE! Sign up for my newsletter!

Ready to redefine your fitness journey during pregnancy? We promise this podcast episode will be your ultimate guide! Tackling fitness amid the whirlwind of pregnancy can feel daunting, especially if you've been practicing cyclical fitness prior to getting pregnant.Should you keep following cyclical fitness? Are there phases to pregnancy? Haaalp!  We debunk the myth that pregnancy is merely an extended luteal phase, instead emphasizing that it demands a unique approach to fitness.Moving forward, we venture into a powerful discussion on how to train like a mother, acknowledging the physical challenges that pregnancy and postpartum bring. This episode highlights why it is essential to fine-tune your workout regime according to your transforming body and uphold intensity levels that are perfect for you. We also delve into how to adapt your workouts during pregnancy and why these modifications can yield numerous benefits.To make sure you don't miss out on my Black Friday deals, make sure you sign up for my emails HERE.DID YOU HEAR THE NEWS?! The Keeping Balance Method is now an APP! Introducing a brand new membership for on-demand home workouts that live in flexible workout vaults for each menstrual cycle! Learn more HERE! Sign up for my newsletter!

Between World Championships and the Rogue Invitational, today's episode dives into the realities of being an elite level athlete, and what that means for their mental and physical health. But beyond that, what does it mean for US as we look to them as heroes, idols, or the picture of health and fitness?Together, we debunk myths and discuss the arduous journey of athletes grappling with the demanding nature of their sport, often leading to early retirements. Drawing from my own experience, we'll emphasize the importance of separating fitness for LIFE and fitness for performance.HONORABLE MENTIONS:McKayla Maroney's interview on the Gymcastic PodcastTo grab your free list of home gym equipment faves, click HERE and I will email it to you!DID YOU HEAR THE NEWS?! The Keeping Balance Method is now an APP! Introducing a brand new membership for on-demand home workouts that live in flexible workout vaults for each menstrual cycle! Learn more HERE! Sign up for my newsletter!

Imagine stepping into your future self's shoes today. How would it transform your life? In our chat today, I'm bringing the "be her now" philosophy to wellness. I've been seeing it everywhere in the online business world, but it has such a powerful message that you need to hear! This transformative approach involves adopting the habits and behaviors of our ideal selves, even before we've fully become them. We discuss my personal voyage with this method and the ways it's already impacted me. Enjoy!DID YOU HEAR THE NEWS?! The Keeping Balance Method is now an APP! Introducing a brand new membership for on-demand home workouts that live in flexible workout vaults for each menstrual cycle! Learn more HERE! Sign up for my newsletter!

Have you ever pondered how a major relocation can stir up your life? Let me tell you, it's more than just a change of scenery. Join me as I recount our journey from Tennessee to Arizona, the unexpected decision to rent, my initial resistance to the change, and ultimately the adaptation to my new surroundings. Plus, I'll share my experience with CLEARSTEM (a skincare line that's been a game-changer for my acne-prone skin in this desert climate) and how a shower head filter has changed my body.Ever thought about how it feels to be an introvert in a massive public gym? It’s a sensory overload that can leave you feeling exhausted and overwhelmed, but sometimes, we need to step out of our comfort zones for the sake of our wellbeing. My transition from my cozy home gym to a bustling public one in a new city was not easy, but it taught me a valuable lesson about resilience and self-care. Also, I’ll share how I picked up the pieces of my disrupted fitness routine after our move, how to pick up your routine after illness, the result of my big PR attempt, and more.HONORABLE MENTIONS:CLEARSTEM SPF Shower head filter that changed my life (affiliate link)The crossbody bag I'm rockingUnstoppable, the 12-week cyclical strength training programTo grab your free list of home gym equipment faves, click HERE and I will email it to you!DID YOU HEAR THE NEWS?! The Keeping Balance Method is now an APP! Introducing a brand new membership for on-demand home workouts that live in flexible workout vaults for each menstrual cycle! Learn more HERE! Sign up for my newsletter!

I'm so excited to introduce you to Dr. Zulia Frost, an expert in photobiomodulation. Photo-bio-WHAT?!Simply put, photobiomodulation is the application of light to create a response in the body. Today's episode will explain the exact science and physiology of how red light interacts with our cells and how we, as active women, can harness that energy for optimum performance, recovery, and healing from both acute and chronic injuries. We also discuss specific applications for alleviating menstrual pain, heavy bleeding, and even Hashimoto's Thyroiditis. Dr. Zulia is the co-founder of Recharge, which makes Flexbeam, the world's first portable red light therapy device. To try it for $60 off, use this link for the Keeping Balance community! The professional athletic community has already caught on to the benefits of red light therapy, but now it's easier and more accessible than ever with the handheld, wearable Flexbeam. It's been a regular part of my morning and evening routine on both my thyroid and joints that still give me a hard time. Each device comes with protective eyewear, a case, a charger with adaptors by country, straps for applying your Flexbeam, and instruction booklets. You're gonna love it!Thank you so much for listening and supporting the show, you rock! Head to IG and tell me your favorite part of the episode!DID YOU HEAR THE NEWS?! The Keeping Balance Method is now an APP! Introducing a brand new membership for on-demand home workouts that live in flexible workout vaults for each menstrual cycle! Learn more HERE! Sign up for my newsletter!

Can we really do it all and be it all? It seems like today, you aren't "enough" unless you have a 9-5, have a side hustle, and also homeschool your 5 kids. Like WHAT?! Listen to my thoughts as I unpack the narrative that "boss babe" culture perpetuates for women, as well as rants on: - Nat Geo's recent uh-oh- Going braless and commando- Magic Spoon cereal ..and more! DID YOU HEAR THE NEWS?! The Keeping Balance Method is now an APP! Introducing a brand new membership for on-demand home workouts that live in flexible workout vaults for each menstrual cycle! Learn more HERE! Sign up for my newsletter!

HEY HEY! I'm back behind the mic after a wild few weeks, and that's what I'm chatting about in this episode: - Life updates and moving- Turning 30 and getting older- The deal with the walking recommendation in the luteal phase- The difference between happy and bitter patients in the ER...it's not what you think!- What my inner guides told me in my last menstrual phaseHonorable Mentions:THE KBM APP!@trainwithjoanDID YOU HEAR THE NEWS?! The Keeping Balance Method is now an APP! Introducing a brand new membership for on-demand home workouts that live in flexible workout vaults for each menstrual cycle! Learn more HERE! Sign up for my newsletter!

Mentions in this episode:Beef organ supplement I'm takingResting heart rate, basal body temperature, appetiteMental exercises: modify or reschedule & 5-minute timerEmbracing short-term inconsistency to enable long-term consistencyFollowing the pulls of your cycle to release the shameDID YOU HEAR THE NEWS?! The Keeping Balance Method is now an APP! Introducing a brand new membership for on-demand home workouts that live in flexible workout vaults for each menstrual cycle! Learn more HERE! Sign up for my newsletter!

This episode goes out to all of the women who were shaped by their childhood sport - the good, the bad, and the ugly. Our guest today, Sylvie Borschel, helped me safely unravel the intricate ways it did that to us. Sylvie is a comedian and film producer in New York City, but more than that, she is my best friend. Thankfully, I had her humor to help me through some of the tougher topics in this episode. Highlights include: - Getting your first period in the middle of a competition- Overcoming the anxiety of letting your voice be heard- The core memory of Sylvie's 911 experience at practice after literally being left hanging- The positive lessons we learned from the complex relationship we had with our sport- If we would put our children in gymnastics given what we went throughCONTENT WARNING: sensitive content including sexual and emotional abuse. Episode has been edited to remove some names and details.DID YOU HEAR THE NEWS?! The Keeping Balance Method is now an APP! Introducing a brand new membership for on-demand home workouts that live in flexible workout vaults for each menstrual cycle! Learn more HERE! Sign up for my newsletter!