In this episode we sit down with Dr. Charlotte Connell (BSc. Exercise Science Hons., PhD Exercise Sciences, Research Fellow) to discuss training to the menstrual cycle. Dr Char gives a brief overview of the menstrual cycle then we dive deep into the different hormonal changes seen throughout each phase and how we can use this knowledge to get the most out of our training. So whether you’re a female looking to understand your cycle more or a male working within the fitness space and seeking to better understand your female clients - this episode is for you! You can catch more shows and episodes on health, self-development and lifestyle at www.rise-workout.com or on our YouTube channel RISE: Make Life Work Out Music by: Joakim Karud - Vibe With Me Resources/References RNZ interview with Lydia O’Donnell. https://www.rnz.co.nz/national/programmes/ninetonoon/audio/2018814131/lydia-o-donnell-nike-s-pacific-head-running-coach Dr Stacy Sims on Chris Lieto podcast https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pgWIf5HoJII 1. Romero-Parra N, Cupeiro R, Alfaro-Magallanes VM, Rael B, Rubio-Arias J, Peinado AB, et al. Exercise-Induced Muscle Damage During the Menstrual Cycle: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis. J strength Cond Res [Internet]. 2021 Feb 1 [cited 2021 Oct 17];35(2):549–61. Available from: https://journals.lww.com/nsca-jscr/Fulltext/2021/02000/Exercise_Induced_Muscle_Damage_During_the.35.aspx2. DL E, PM T. The influence of estrogen on skeletal muscle: sex matters. Sports Med [Internet]. 2010 [cited 2021 Oct 17];40(1):41–58. Available from: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/20020786/3. Rocha-Rodrigues S, Sousa M, Reis PL, Leão C, Cardoso-Marinho B, Massada M, et al. Bidirectional Interactions between the Menstrual Cycle, Exercise Training, and Macronutrient Intake in Women: A Review. Nutr 2021, Vol 13, Page 438 [Internet]. 2021 Jan 29 [cited 2021 Oct 17];13(2):438. Available from: https://www.mdpi.com/2072-6643/13/2/438/htm4. Sung E, Han A, Hinrichs T, Vorgerd M, Manchado C, Platen P. Effects of follicular versus luteal phase-based strength training in young women. SpringerPlus 2014 31 [Internet]. 2014 Nov 11 [cited 2021 Oct 17];3(1):1–10. Available from: https://springerplus.springeropen.com/articles/10.1186/2193-1801-3-6685. Oosthuyse T, Bosch AN. The Effect of the Menstrual Cycle on Exercise Metabolism. Sport Med 2010 403 [Internet]. 2012 Oct 7 [cited 2021 Oct 17];40(3):207–27. Available from: https://link.springer.com/article/10.2165/11317090-000000000-000006. Bruinvels G, Burden RJ, McGregor AJ, Ackerman KE, Dooley M, Richards T, et al. Sport, exercise and the menstrual cycle: where is the research? Br J Sports Med [Internet]. 2017 Mar 1 [cited 2021 Oct 17];51(6):487–8. Available from: https://bjsm.bmj.com/content/51/6/4877. McNulty KL, Elliott-Sale KJ, Dolan E, Swinton PA, Ansdell P, Goodall S, et al. The Effects of Menstrual Cycle Phase on Exercise Performance in Eumenorrheic Women: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis. Sport Med 2020 5010 [Internet]. 2020 Jul 13 [cited 2021 Oct 18];50(10):1813–27. Available from: https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s40279-020-01319-38. The Menstrual Cycle and Contraceptives: A Complete Guide for Athletes • Stronger by Science [Internet]. [cited 2021 Oct 18]. Available from: https://www.strongerbyscience.com/menstrual-cycle-contraceptives-complete-guide-athletes/9. Strength Training for Women: Setting the Record Straight [Internet]. [cited 2021 Oct 18]. Available from: https://www.strongerbyscience.com/strength-training-women/
