Word of advice for women athletes: Things you need to know about your periods
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Having your periods coinciding with a big game or competition isn’t just annoying for female athletes, it is a legit problem. Stats show that by the age of 14, menstruating women drop out of sports. This is a typical figure in almost all parts of the globe because being on periods experiencing the cramps and playing sports don’t go hand in hand. However, there’s research suggesting that if athletes know about their body, they can improve their performance even when they are on your periods. Simple things like using a reusable period cup and prior athletic training can aid athletes in learning their menstrual cycle inside out which can gradually help in improving their sports performance. All about playing sports on your period The human body has complex hormones and during the menstrual cycle, the hormones in the female body cause a series of changes. Things like cramps, body aches, or worries about leaking can affect young athletes before they start their first perio...