Women in Sport & Physical Activity Journal

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: doi.org/10.1123/wspaj.…

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: doi.org/10.1123/wspaj.…

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!

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!

Happy Thanksgiving from the WSPAJ team!

Celebrating #HispanicHeritageMonth by highlighting Latinas’ underrepresentation in sports. Check out Underrepresented on the Field (2022) and Mujeres (In)Activas (2005). #LatinxScholarship #WomenInSports 🔗 doi.org/10.1123/wspaj.… 🔗 doi.org/10.1123/wspaj.…

🚨 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

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! 🔗 doi.org/10.1123/wspaj.… #Dysmenorrhea #WomensHealth #Exercise #Nutrition

New insights on perinatal health! 🤰💪 'Investigating the Physical Activity Habits and Apparel Choices of Perinatal Women' reveals how moms-to-be stay active & comfortable. 🔗 doi.org/10.1123/wspaj.… #PerinatalHealth #WomensHealth #PhysicalActivity #ActiveWear

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

"Important findings for female runners 🏃‍♀️ 'Risk of Low Energy Availability, Disordered Eating, and Menstrual Dysfunction in Female Recreational Runners' highlights key health concerns. 🔗 doi.org/10.1123/wspaj.… #WomensHealth #LEA #DisorderedEating #MenstrualHealth"

🚨 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

Simone HISTORY MAKER Biles 🇺🇸 7 GOLD MEDALS🥇🤯

🥇✨ 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

🎉 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.! 🏃‍♀️💪 mediaspace.umn.edu/media/t/1_vty8… ttps://doi.org/10.1123/wspaj.2022-0047

🌸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: vimeo.com/929591510?shar… Read here: doi.org/10.1123/wspaj.…

🔬 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: doi.org/10.1123/wspaj.… #Research #Hormones #MenstrualCycle #WomenInSport

🤸‍♀️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.💪 doi.org/10.1123/wspaj.… #BodyComposition #WomenInSport

🎉 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: journals.humankinetics.com/view/journals/…

🌟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