The Athlete's Flow: Navigating Training and Your Menstrual Cycle

In this episode of the Kick Cramp’s Ass Podcast, host Brittany Walker discusses the intersection of athletics and menstrual health, particularly focusing on the challenges faced by women athletes. The conversation covers the unique demands on athletes' bodies, the hormonal disruptions caused by low energy availability, and the prevalence of amenorrhea among athletes. She emphasizes the importance of nutrition, stress management, and awareness of menstrual health, while also debunking myths surrounding amenorrhea. The episode concludes with resources available for athletes to support their wellness and health.

Key Takeaways:

• The menstrual cycle is often overlooked in sports.

• Amenorrhea is common among women athletes.

• Low energy availability can disrupt hormonal balance.

• Chronic stress affects menstrual health.

• Nutrition plays a vital role in hormonal regulation.

• The female athlete triad includes low energy availability, menstrual dysfunction, and low bone density.

• Amenorrhea is not a sign of being a serious athlete.

• Stress management is crucial for hormonal balance.

• Regular checkups are important for athletes' health.

• Resources are available to support athletes' wellness.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Athletes and Menstrual Health

07:14 Hormonal Disruptions in Athletes

17:22 Understanding Amenorrhea in Athletes

25:27 Debunking Myths Around Amenorrhea

33:02 Health Risks Associated with Amenorrhea

39:46 Resources for Athletes' Wellness

Reference Article:

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