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I spent years thinking harder = better. More HIIT. Less food. More calorie burn. More stress on a body already dealing with PCOS + insulin resistance. When I started preparing my body for pregnancy, I changed the goal. 3 × lymphatic Pilates + barre 2 × progressive strength 8k daily steps 10-min walks after meals Anti-inflammatory, protein-rich food More recovery. Less punishment. My cycle became more regular. My insulin resistance improved, my hormone markers improved, and at 32 I conceived naturally. That became the 3-2-8 Method. And right now we’re doing 3-2-8 Lite, my gentler 3-week reset for women who want to support their hormones, metabolism and fertility without living in the gym. If you’re new here, I’m Natalie, creator of the 3-2-8 Method and Body By Barre. I teach women a different way to train through strength, Pilates, barre and walking, all from home, in private. You can start with us now. Link in my bi0. 🌸 #fertility #ttc #movement