# Cycle-Synced Fitness Classes FOLM Aligns Movement with the Body's Natural Rhythms By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2025-08-01 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/folm References: [glossy.co](https://www.glossy.co/beauty/wellness/at-a-new-la-fitness-studio-pilates-gets-the-luteal-phase-treatment/) & [folmstudio](https://www.folmstudio.com/)  Women benefit from working with their cycle rather than against it, and FOLM is a new fitness studio in Los Angeles designed to help women optimize their energy, reduce burnout, and tap into the natural rhythms of strength, recovery, and resilience. Classes at FOLM are made to ebb and flow, focusing on gentle sculpting on [low-energy days](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/workout-cancellation-fees) and plugging into high-energy circuits when vitality peaks. Although FOLM is named after the four cycle phases (follicular, ovulation, luteal and menstrual,) it's not limited to those who don't menstruate, those who have PCOS, endometriosis, or are approaching or experiencing menopause. Ultimately, FOLM is all about meeting the body where it's at and [moving mindfully](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lsdr) rather than causing hormonal stress. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.5/10 - Popularity: 12% | Activity: 16% | Freshness: 47% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Health](https://www.trendhunter.com/health) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Cycle-synced Wellness:** Integrating biophysiological cycles into wellness routines presents a disruptive innovation opportunity in personalized health optimization. - **Mindful Movement:** Designing fitness programs that emphasize awareness and responsiveness to bodily needs can transform the traditional exercise industry. - **Hormonal-responsive Fitness:** Tailoring workouts to respond to hormonal fluctuations showcases potential in creating diverse and inclusive fitness experiences. ### Who This Affects Most - **Fitness and Exercise:** Adapting fitness experiences to align with biological rhythms may revolutionize how physical activity is personalized and consumed. - **Women's Health:** Innovative approaches to health management through cycle-aware practices have the potential to redefine women's wellness paradigms. - **Holistic Wellness:** The intersection of natural bodily cycles and holistic health solutions offers transformative possibilities for comprehensive well-being. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Cortisol-Synchronized Workouts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/well-bynd.md) - [Hyper-Personalized Wellness Guides](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hyperpersonalized-wellness-guide.md) - [Cycle-Syncing Wellness Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/28wellness.md) - [Cycle-Aware Wellness Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wellnesspal.md) - [Hormone-Focused Women's Health Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/28-app.md) - [Cycle-Synced Herbal Teas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/inner-code.md) - [Unique Movement-Based Practices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/unique-movementbased-practice.md) - [Fermented Female-Targeted Protein Powders](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cycle-syncing-protein.md) - [Menopause-Specific Fitness Programs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/respin-x-peloton.md)