How did you learn about periods for the first time? Was it in a 5th grade classroom, split by sex? An embarrassing conversation with parents? When menstrual health researcher Mandi Tembo learned about ...
During the Women’s FIFA World Cup, it has been wonderful to see the spotlight turn to female athletes. There’s always been more research on male athletes compared to female athletes, but the gap is ...
A few years ago, GB runner Jessica Judd (listen to our podcast with Jess) made a startling admission: depending on the stage of her menstrual cycle, her 3,000m time could vary by as much as 15 seconds ...
Natalie Brown is affiliated with Arc'Teryx. Menstruation is often seen as a negative experience, with symptoms that can be disruptive to daily life. Participation in sport and physical activity is ...
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