I had to stop hip thrusting half way…
I wish I could say it’s because I felt the emphasis on training glutes could be perceived as aligning with societal beauty standards that are often criticised for being patriarchal and objectifying.
… but really it’s because that angle showed my moose-knuckle.
One thing I do want to reiterate:
Individual programming is paramount.
There is such high variability between women and their cycles we can’t just make blanket recommendations.
And no, I’m not ovary-acting.
It’s possible that the apparent contradictions between the science and people’s experiences can be answered with psychological explanations.
But either way, listen to your body and adapt a program accordingly.
Here’s an example of programming if that monthly uterus punch does knock you for six.
* Weeks 1 and 2: Lift heavier for lower reps, close to failure.
* Week 3: Lift a moderate load for higher reps, 1-2 reps further from failure.
* Week 4: Maybe take a deload by dropping one set off each exercise or taking a further 1-2 reps from failure.
* Repeat.
Hope this helps.
Snuggles,
Pale Side Of The Moon 🌝
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