The Female Menstrual Cycles Effect on Strength and Power Parameters in High-Level Female Team Athletes

PurposeThe female menstrual cycle (MC) is characterized by hormonal fluctuations throughout its different phases. However, research regarding its effect on athletic performance in high level athletes is sparse. The aim of this study was to (i) investigate the female MCs effect on strength and power...

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Main Authors: Marcus S. Dasa, Morten Kristoffersen, Elisabeth Ersvær, Lars Peder Bovim, Lise Bjørkhaug, Rolf Moe-Nilssen, Jørn V. Sagen, Inger Haukenes
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Frontiers Media S.A. 2021-02-01
Series:Frontiers in Physiology
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Online Access:https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fphys.2021.600668/full