Cycle Phase Series • Part 2
Inner Spring: Awakening in the Follicular Phase
Days 6-13: Creativity, curiosity, and new beginnings.
The fog of winter has lifted. Your energy is returning, your mind is sharper, and the world feels full of possibility. Welcome to your Inner Spring.
During the follicular phase (approx. Days 6-13), estrogen levels begin to rise, boosting serotonin and dopamine. You naturally feel more extroverted, curious, and willing to try new things. It's the perfect time to plant seeds—both for projects and in your practice.
Play and Explore
Use this rising energy to break out of your routine. If you've been wanting to try that advanced arm balance or a faster-paced flow, now is the time. Your body is resilient and ready to build strength.
Best Practices for This Phase
- Yoga Style: Vinyasa Flow, Hatha, Creative Sequencing.
- Focus: Opening the chest, building heat, trying new transitions.
- key Word: CURIOSITY. Ask "What if?" on your mat.
Recommended Poses
Natarajasana (Dancer's Pose)
A beautiful balance of strength and grace that opens the heart and hips.
Surya Namaskar (Sun Salutations)
Build heat and honor the rising sun within you. Try doing 5-10 rounds to circulate energy.
"Your inner spring is a time of renewal. Let your practice be fresh, light, and full of hope."