Daily symptom tracking reveals menstrual cycle impacts on elite athletes

Daily tracking of menstrual and contraceptive symptoms provides a more accurate picture of elite athletes' performance and well-being than surveys. New research indicates that real-time daily symptom monitoring reveals the true timing, frequency, and performance impacts of menstrual and contraceptive-related symptoms in elite athletes. The study found that symptoms negatively affect well-being and high-speed performance in football players, highlighting the need for better athlete support.