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Male-Centric Science Misses Half The Story
- Most sports science and nutrition research is based on a male model and misses half the population.
- Tracking menstrual cycles reveals physiological windows to optimize training and recovery for women.
Track Cycles With Intake Forms Or Apps
- Ask female athletes about cycle regularity on intake forms or use a tracking app like FitrWoman to monitor phases.
- Use the coach view to match training load and nutrition when periods become irregular or amenorrhea appears.
Match Intensity To Menstrual Phases
- Plan high-intensity sessions in the low-hormone (follicular) phase and near ovulation when women can access carbohydrates and high power.
- Reduce intensity in the high-hormone luteal phase and use targeted nutrition (e.g., glucose) to offset performance dips.