Explore the intricate relationship between hormones and performance in this podcast episode. Delve into common myths and truths about hormones, particularly regarding their impact on soft tissue and bone changes as we age. Learn about the nuances of the ovarian hormone profile and its influence on training and performance, including strategies to alleviate menstrual cycle symptoms. Discover the debate surrounding phase-based training and the considerations for women using hormonal contraceptives. Gain insights into the effects of synthetic hormones on skeletal development and the importance of early training for female athletes. Explore the implications of gender differences on athletic performance and the role of training pre-puberty in skeletal development and dropout rates among female athletes. Finally, uncover the significance of high-intensity interval and resistance training for women in perimenopause/menopause and the resistance to transitioning training methods in endurance sports.Dr. Nicky KeayBA, MA, MB, BChir (Cantab), MRCPHonorary Clinical Lecturer, Division of Medicine, University College LondonMember British Association Sport and Exercise MedicineMember British Menopause SocietyNational Institute of Dance Medicine and Sciencehttps://nickykeayfitness.comClinical content to help you day to day:https://patreon.com/SportsMedicineProject?utm_medium=clipboard_copy&utm_source=copyLink&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=join_linkSign up for a free weekly Research review about topics related to Sports Medicine straight to your email: https://gmail.us14.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=c3dca95db0740390c605a128e&id=b41f1293caRead through our already written blogs:https://achievepodiatry.com.au