🏋️♀️ Extended version of this interview: https://www.patreon.com/posts/menstrual-cycle-109944963 🏋️♀️
Programming according to the phases of the menstrual cycle is gaining popularity. Coaches are advertising their uniqueness by offering weightlifting programs that support and align with the menstrual cycle. But are these claims evidence-based?
In this interview with Brooke Alvar, we explore the latest developments on the topic. Brooke researches menstrual cycle-related symptoms and their influence on weightlifting and powerlifting performance in her PhD project. We discuss the current literature and what her upcoming research will add.
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