Women in Sport & Physical Activity Journal

Peer-reviewed scholarship advancing our understanding of women in sport & physical activity. @UNCG Center for Women's Health & Wellness. Editor: Donna Duffy

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How do daily factors influence adolescent girls’ physical activity?

This 28-day diary study found that motivation, social support, and perceptions of PA resources on a given day were linked to higher PA levels

🔗 Read more: https://t.co/HHJBdDljwz

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What influences weight training participation among cadet women at a military college?

This study examines barriers, facilitators, and strategies women use to engage in WT in a male-dominated, time-constrained setting.

🔗 Read more: https://t.co/1BiHnOKR8p

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Thank you, Christy, for your dedication and impactful contributions as Associate Editor of WSPAJ! From fostering meaningful discussions to advancing women’s sport and physical activity research, your efforts have made a lasting impact. Wishing you the best in your next chapter!

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Thank you, Jacky, for your incredible work as Associate Editor of WSPAJ 2023-2024! Your dedication to diverse research and uplifting women’s sport has been truly inspiring. Wishing you the best in your next chapter!

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Happy Thanksgiving from the WSPAJ team!

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Celebrating #HispanicHeritageMonth by highlighting Latinas’ underrepresentation in sports. Check out Underrepresented on the Field (2022) and Mujeres (In)Activas (2005). #LatinxScholarship #WomenInSports
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🚨 New Research Alert!
Check out this study on Sports Participation During Adolescence and Menstrual Cycle Education in Females across six territories 🌍. It highlights the crucial link between menstrual health education & sports engagement for young women! #school #exercise

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Check out the latest article: 'A Survey of Current Exercise and Nutritional Strategies for Management of Dysmenorrhea' 🌸💪 Learn how lifestyle changes can ease period pain! 🔗 https://t.co/NYv1i9bp6x #Dysmenorrhea #WomensHealth #Exercise #Nutrition

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New insights on perinatal health! 🤰💪 'Investigating the Physical Activity Habits and Apparel Choices of Perinatal Women' reveals how moms-to-be stay active & comfortable. 🔗 https://t.co/jq08w6VIPa #PerinatalHealth #WomensHealth #PhysicalActivity #ActiveWear

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Do men and women perform differently after a dynamic warm-up? 🤔💥 Find out in the latest study: 'Are There Sex Differences in Anaerobic Performance Following a Dynamic Warm-Up?' 🔗 #SportsScience #AnaerobicPerformance #ExerciseResearch #WomensHealth DOI: 10.1123/wspaj.2023-0089

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"Important findings for female runners 🏃‍♀️ 'Risk of Low Energy Availability, Disordered Eating, and Menstrual Dysfunction in Female Recreational Runners' highlights key health concerns. 🔗 https://t.co/zvKHVSAJ2t #WomensHealth #LEA #DisorderedEating #MenstrualHealth"

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🚨 New Research Alert! 🚨
Check out our latest article: "Factors Influencing Hard Running Distances in NCAA Division I Women’s Soccer Players". Learn how fatigue and match indicators impact performance! ⚽️
Read more: DOI: 10.1123/wspaj.2024-0017
#SportsScience #WomensSoccer #NCAA

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Simone HISTORY MAKER Biles 🇺🇸

7 GOLD MEDALS🥇🤯

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🥇✨ Huge congratulations to the phenomenal women's fencing team for their historic performance at the Olympics! This triumph is a testament to their hard work and a huge moment for women in sports. Let's continue to support and celebrate these remarkable athletes! @USAFencing

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🎉 Dive into the world of adolescent health and sports with the video abstract of "Internal and Social Assets, Weight-Based Bullying, Sport, and Activity Among Female Adolescents" by Espinoza et al.! 🏃‍♀️💪

https://t.co/oUKBr1OZO1

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🌸Discover BLinG-Health: A groundbreaking peer-led physical activity program for Black adolescent girls.🌸 Dive into the pilot study by Blackshear and Baucum in our latest publication.
Watch for more info: https://t.co/HcQJIK2hor
Read here:
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🔬 Explore the latest findings from our special edition publication! Dive into quantitative hormone analysis uncovering the sources of variability in the menstrual cycle. 🚴‍♀️🏋️‍♀️ Read more: https://t.co/KKbdrFlant
#Research #Hormones #MenstrualCycle #WomenInSport

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🤸‍♀️New research alert! Delve into our special edition publication exploring the dynamic changes in body composition and the influence of menarche throughout a competitive season in elite collegiate gymnasts.💪
https://t.co/LiUwNM5nDW
#BodyComposition #WomenInSport

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🎉 We're thrilled to announce a special edition publication focusing on the MENSTRUAL CYCLE and its impact on women in SPORT and PHYSICAL ACTIVITY! 🚴‍♀️🩰

Here's a link to the special issue: https://t.co/aaOzegTgSJ

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🌟Poll Time🌟 Let’s talk about women in sports during this empowering Women’s Month.

What is the most impactful moment in women’s sports history? Vote and share your thoughts below!👇#WomenInSport #WomensMonth