Thora Education
Menstruation and its hormonal effects are often overlooked in the sports world, despite their significant impact on female athletes' performance and well-being. By educating sports organizations about menstruation, we can foster a more inclusive, supportive, and understanding environment for female athletes. This guide outlines key areas for education and implementation to help organizations better support their athletes.
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Module 1
Introduction
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​Problem Identification: Highlights the general lack of menstrual knowledge supported by statistics from recent studies.
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Solution Benefits: Discusses how knowledge about menstruation can create an open environment, making it easier to understand and communicate with female athletes.
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Statistics Insight: Showcases the dropout rates in sports for girls compared to boys, emphasizing the unique challenges faced by female athletes.
Module 3
Menstruation
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Fundamentals: Describes menstruation as part of puberty, its process, and the typical age of onset.
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Menstrual Products: Brief discussion on the types of menstrual products and the importance of accessibility to these products.
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Menstrual Discomforts: Addresses common menstrual-related discomforts and their impacts.
Module 5
Sports Kit for Girls
Essential Gear: Focuses on the importance of the right sports bra and other gear specifically designed for female athletes.
Module 7
Turn Knowledge into Practice
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Practical Application: Strategies to apply the learned knowledge into coaching practices to support female athletes effectively.
Module 2
Puberty
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Understanding Puberty: Explains the physical changes that occur, typically between ages 8-13, and lasting about 5-6 years.
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Impact on Performance: Details how puberty affects training and performance, emphasizing the importance of not comparing adolescents during this phase.
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Hormonal Influence: Discusses the hormonal changes and their implications on health and training.
Module 4
Menstrual cycle
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Cycle Phases: Detailed explanation of the menstrual cycle phases and their significance.
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Hormonal Changes: Examines the hormonal fluctuations throughout the cycle and their effects on the body.
Module 6
Relative Energy Deficiency in Sport (RED-S)
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Key Signs: Identifies signs to watch for RED-S, its impact on menstrual cycles, bone health, and gastrointestinal functions.
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Expert Input: Includes insights from professionals on managing and preventing RED-S.