Bodies in Motion: Muscles, Menstruation, and Reproductive Health

New research shows that our muscles ‘talk’ with reproductive organs and play a key role in fertility. We will discuss Adam's team’s current research exploring how physical activity, like exercise, might impact female fertility and overall reproductive health.

Many people would assume that elite athletes have an in-depth knowledge about their body and how it works. But what about the menstrual cycle? Athletes have high rates of menstrual disorders and are more likely to use hormonal contraception than the general population, yet they know surprisingly little about these topics. Tune in to explore why knowing about periods is important for athletes (and anyone who menstruates)!