55 min

Making Your Period Your Superpower Finding Elevation: Conversations Beyond the Mountain

    • Wilderness

In this episode of the Finding Elevation podcast, host Lisa Thompson speaks with Angie Marie about the intersection of adventure and menstrual cycles. They discuss Angie's work to help women better understand and connect with their cycles and bodies in the outdoors. Listeners can expect to learn practical tips for managing periods while backpacking or mountaineering, as well as gain inspiration around how embracing femininity can enrich outdoor experiences.
Guest Bio
Angie Marie is an author, speaker, and "period nerd" focused on helping people live and adventure in better sync with their bodies. She has over a decade of experience in the outdoor industry and is passionate about increasing access to nature for girls and women.
Key Discussion Points
Exploring the Intersection of Periods and Outdoor Adventure with Angie Marie (00:00:00)
Discussion on Menstrual Cycles and the Taboo Surrounding It (00:01:19)
Ignoring the Menstrual Cycle and Its Impact on Women's Health (00:03:00)
Understanding the Connection Between Nature and Women's Health (00:06:17)
Managing Periods in the Backcountry: Tips and Tricks (00:09:41)
Exploring the Connection Between Menstrual Cycles and Nature (00:13:43)
Living in Tune with Nature's Cycles (00:18:37)
Embracing Cyclical Living: How to Harness the Power of Your Menstrual Cycle (00:25:52)
Empowering Girls to Explore the Outdoors: A Conversation on Adventure and Menstrual Cycles (00:34:27)
Empowering Women in the Outdoors Through Period Education and Femininity (00:45:51) Community and Engagement Links
Menstrual Care in the Backcountry blog post:
https://www.itsangiemarie.com/blog/backcountry-periods

Outdoor Period Product Pros and Cons:
https://www.itsangiemarie.com/blog/periodproducts

Why Working Out is Harder Before Your Period (and What to Do About It):
https://www.itsangiemarie.com/blog/lutealphase

Beginner's Guide to Cycle Syncing
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1dBe0D-vrsnWWD7ecr2nzSVQDUuNpY5zo/view?usp=sharing
Read Your Body period tracker
https://readyourbody.com
Angie’s Book: The Cycle Syncing Handbook
https://www.amazon.com/Cycle-Syncing-Handbook-Identify-Menstrual/dp/1646045602/ref=sr_1_2?crid=1LGSOK3WIZOEY&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.b75LydGeeHeCUtfv-QOCdoxd8Y6LhqrIEQSVZNKqSghI7AL4gNkLbhwJOSJuQzytZz3C0bOEIb-r7nND1ATPJW_Fuzun8xZ9WKZQFKULx3OPfvsiEopRoc0aWyO8wLpljh87k8fogHbQyQYStCg97TGV5YzKreJ-AQpuDUn2GomHkN5A1hwhuuZUwBKkAR3yptQLw0pGBSj-zrHaDwO8Rk0hPjR8lNuOElX_PPsi_L4.VA8y7POIDlwH-25YpAkRm6N23QT5NJHiauAvSR1ZYmE&dib_tag=se&keywords=angie+marie+book&qid=1709319272&sprefix=angie+marie+book%2Caps%2C214&sr=8-2

For The Love Of episode with Lisa:
fortheloveofpod.com/episodes/lisathompson

In this episode of the Finding Elevation podcast, host Lisa Thompson speaks with Angie Marie about the intersection of adventure and menstrual cycles. They discuss Angie's work to help women better understand and connect with their cycles and bodies in the outdoors. Listeners can expect to learn practical tips for managing periods while backpacking or mountaineering, as well as gain inspiration around how embracing femininity can enrich outdoor experiences.
Guest Bio
Angie Marie is an author, speaker, and "period nerd" focused on helping people live and adventure in better sync with their bodies. She has over a decade of experience in the outdoor industry and is passionate about increasing access to nature for girls and women.
Key Discussion Points
Exploring the Intersection of Periods and Outdoor Adventure with Angie Marie (00:00:00)
Discussion on Menstrual Cycles and the Taboo Surrounding It (00:01:19)
Ignoring the Menstrual Cycle and Its Impact on Women's Health (00:03:00)
Understanding the Connection Between Nature and Women's Health (00:06:17)
Managing Periods in the Backcountry: Tips and Tricks (00:09:41)
Exploring the Connection Between Menstrual Cycles and Nature (00:13:43)
Living in Tune with Nature's Cycles (00:18:37)
Embracing Cyclical Living: How to Harness the Power of Your Menstrual Cycle (00:25:52)
Empowering Girls to Explore the Outdoors: A Conversation on Adventure and Menstrual Cycles (00:34:27)
Empowering Women in the Outdoors Through Period Education and Femininity (00:45:51) Community and Engagement Links
Menstrual Care in the Backcountry blog post:
https://www.itsangiemarie.com/blog/backcountry-periods

Outdoor Period Product Pros and Cons:
https://www.itsangiemarie.com/blog/periodproducts

Why Working Out is Harder Before Your Period (and What to Do About It):
https://www.itsangiemarie.com/blog/lutealphase

Beginner's Guide to Cycle Syncing
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1dBe0D-vrsnWWD7ecr2nzSVQDUuNpY5zo/view?usp=sharing
Read Your Body period tracker
https://readyourbody.com
Angie’s Book: The Cycle Syncing Handbook
https://www.amazon.com/Cycle-Syncing-Handbook-Identify-Menstrual/dp/1646045602/ref=sr_1_2?crid=1LGSOK3WIZOEY&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.b75LydGeeHeCUtfv-QOCdoxd8Y6LhqrIEQSVZNKqSghI7AL4gNkLbhwJOSJuQzytZz3C0bOEIb-r7nND1ATPJW_Fuzun8xZ9WKZQFKULx3OPfvsiEopRoc0aWyO8wLpljh87k8fogHbQyQYStCg97TGV5YzKreJ-AQpuDUn2GomHkN5A1hwhuuZUwBKkAR3yptQLw0pGBSj-zrHaDwO8Rk0hPjR8lNuOElX_PPsi_L4.VA8y7POIDlwH-25YpAkRm6N23QT5NJHiauAvSR1ZYmE&dib_tag=se&keywords=angie+marie+book&qid=1709319272&sprefix=angie+marie+book%2Caps%2C214&sr=8-2

For The Love Of episode with Lisa:
fortheloveofpod.com/episodes/lisathompson

55 min