The menstrual cycle's impact on high performance female athletes' lived experiences training and perceptions of readiness to perform
Menstrual Periods (Heavy | Irregular or Painful)This purpose of this study is to understand how the menstrual cycle impacts on high performance female athletes' lived experiences training and perceptions of readiness to perform through the use of 40-60 minute online interviews.The impact of the menstrual cycle (MC) on female athletes’ performance experiences and their perceived readiness to perform has not been studied. However, many studies have highlighted the need to consider a female athletes’ views on the MC and performance which may inform their training.
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Participation Requirements
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Sex:
Female -
Eligible Ages:
18 to 35
Participation Criteria
Inclusion Criteria:
1. high-performance female athlete
2. currently competing at or above the national level
3. willing to spend 40-60 min responding to an online semi-structured interview
Study Location
University of Calgary
University of CalgaryCalgary, Alberta
Canada
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- Study Sponsored By
- University of Calgary
- Participants Required
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- Study ID:
REB21-1573