Benefits of Fasting for Women: Fasting with Female Physiology in Mind

In this interactive class, inspired by Dr. Mindy Pelz’s book Fast Like a Girl, you will learn how to use fasting as a supportive tool for hormone balance, increased energy, fat loss, mental clarity, and overall metabolic health, while honoring your unique female cycle

In this class, you will explore:

• How women’s hormones change across the month and throughout different life stages, and why timing matters when it comes to fasting, nutrition, and exercise
• Different fasting styles and when each approach is most effective, including when NOT to fast for a female body
• What to eat during each phase of your cycle, with a focus on foods that naturally support estrogen, progesterone, and healthy detox pathways
• Safe ways to approach fasting during perimenopause, menopause, and beyond
• Common mistakes women make with fasting and clear strategies to prevent hormonal imbalance which bring symptoms of fasting that men don’t experience (hair loss, plateaus, fatigue, weight gain)

This class blends science, practical tools, and real-life strategies that help you create a sustainable fasting rhythm that works with your biology instead of against it. You will leave with an easy-to-follow plan, supportive resources, and the confidence to listen to your body’s signals and respond to what it needs.

Whether you are brand new to fasting or looking to refine your approach, this class will help you feel stronger, clearer, and more in control of your health.

About the teacher:

Barbara Geldert brings over 25 years of experience as both an adult education and K-12 teacher, as well as a corporate trainer. Since 2005, she has also been sharing her expertise as a group fitness instructor and personal trainer.

Barbara is a certified FLAG coach, collaborating closely with renowned expert Dr. Mindy Pelz. The FLAG coaching methodology is inspired by Dr. Pelz's insightful works, "Fast Like a Girl" and "The Menopause Reset." In her coaching role, Barbara helps individuals who have ovaries/uterus, from puberty through post-menopause, to reset and balance their hormones. She offers workshops, webinars, and small group sessions to educate people on how to tailor their eating and exercise habits to better suit their age and menstrual cycle, which can alleviate PMS and menopause symptoms.

In addition, Barbara serves as a licensed Menopause Champion with the Menopause Experts Group in the UK. Through seminars, webinars, workshops, and one-on-one consultations, she supports those navigating peri/post-menopause. Her classes extend to the friends and family of those experiencing menopause, offering insights into the experience and guidance on providing support. She also partners with corporations to inform employees about menopause, explaining the physiological and psychological changes involved and advising on how best to support affected colleagues.

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