Females'
Access to
Inclusive
Resources
Create awarness of the care gap
What we're about
For too long, female athletes have been shuved under the rug and played their sport without the same medical support, injury prevention, or mental health care that male athletes benefit from. Even though over time equality in sports has come a long way, female athletes still fight the silent battle of not being provided with the suitable amount of equipment or medicine. We are a platform dedicated to empowering female athletes with the tools, resources, and support they never got.
Here you will find
- Trusted, female-focused sports medicine
- Injury prevention guides specifically for unique needs of females
- Better understanding of how women don't recieve the proper medical care in sports
HOW TO ENHANCE PERFORMANCE
Common challenges women face in Sports
Hormonal changes: Menstrual cycle phases can affect energy, endurance, mental health, and recovery.
ACL & joint injuries: In women, these injuries occur 2-8 times more frequently than in men, as a result of the widening of our hips during development, hormonal changes, and several other factors.
Iron deficiency: Blood lose through womens' menstrual cycle can cause shortness of breath and tiredness.
Pelvic and core issues: Due to pregnancy, women can experience these issues and it causes discomfort.
Trusted medicines and treatments
Iron and energy:
-Ferrous sulfate
-Ferrous gluconate
-More intake of vitamin C
-IV iron infusions
Bone and Joint:
-Calcium carbonate
-Calcium citrate
Vitamin D3
Bisphosphonates
Hormonal balance:
-Ethinyl estradiol
-Drospirenone
-Norethindrone
Pain and Inflammation:
-Ibuprofen
-Naproxen
-Tylenol
Recovery and Performance:
-Protein supplements (whey or plant-based)
-Omega-3 fatty acids (Fish oil)
Electrolyte solutions with magnesium and potassium
The Gap in women's medicine
Overlooked
Consequences
Consequences
For years, most sports medicine research has been based on male athletes. Training programs, recovery timelines, and injury treatments have all been prominently based on male physiology. Women's hormonal cycles, genetics, body composition, and recovery needs have not been properly studied. Therefore, many "standard" protocols don't meet women's bodies when they want to strive for success.
Consequences
Consequences
Consequences
Females are at a higher risk for ACL injuries, stress fractures, and pelvic instability primarily due to a lack of sufficient research on effective solutions for these issues. Additionally, misdiagnosis is a significant concern, as conditions may be overlooked and interpreted merely as "overtraining" instead of recognizing underlying issues such as iron deficiency or hormonal imbalances.
What we need
Consequences
What we need
Women athletes require training that takes their menstrual cycles into account; these strategies will modify their workload in relation to their cycles for enhanced strength, energy, and recovery. Additionally, a personalized nutrition plan will establish a healthy foundation for your body. Finally, hormone-aware healthcare that acknowled
Women athletes require training that takes their menstrual cycles into account; these strategies will modify their workload in relation to their cycles for enhanced strength, energy, and recovery. Additionally, a personalized nutrition plan will establish a healthy foundation for your body. Finally, hormone-aware healthcare that acknowledges the effects of estrogen will contribute to a better mental and physical well-being.