The document discusses the hormones released during the menstrual cycle and the steps involved. It describes that the menstrual cycle involves three phases - the menstrual phase, proliferative phase, and secretory phase. The menstrual phase lasts for 4 days and involves shedding of the endometrial lining. The proliferative phase lasts 10 days and involves thickening of the endometrial lining in preparation for implantation. The secretory phase lasts 15-28 days and involves secretion of hormones like progesterone to support implantation if fertilization occurs. Key hormones released during the cycle include FSH, LH, progesterone, and estrogen, which regulate follicle development, ovulation, and uterine lining changes.