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COVID-19-Considerations for the Female Athlete
Georgie Bruinvels1,2, Nathan A Lewis1,2, Richard C Blagrove3
1Faculty of Sport, Health and Applied Science, St Mary's University, Twickenham, United Kingdom.
Frontiers in Sports and Active Living
|March 5, 2021
Summary
The COVID-19 pandemic disrupted sports, necessitating a return to play (RTP) strategy. This commentary focuses on physiological considerations for female athletes during and after the pandemic.
Area of Science:
- Sports Medicine
- Exercise Physiology
- Public Health
Background:
- The COVID-19 pandemic caused unprecedented global sports disruptions.
- A structured return to play (RTP) process is crucial for athlete welfare.
- Specific considerations for female athletes are vital during this transition.
Purpose of the Study:
- To outline recommendations for the female athlete's return to play post-COVID-19.
- To emphasize the physiological needs of female athletes during and after the pandemic.
- To provide a framework relevant for future pandemic scenarios.
Main Methods:
- Commentary and expert opinion.
- Review of existing literature on viral impacts on athletes.
- Physiological considerations specific to female athletes.
Main Results:
- Highlights the necessity of a tailored RTP approach for female athletes.
- Identifies physiological factors requiring attention during the return to sport.
- Acknowledges the current knowledge gaps regarding COVID-19's long-term effects on female athletes.
Conclusions:
- A gender-specific, physiologically informed RTP strategy is essential for female athletes.
- Further research is needed to understand the long-term impacts of COVID-19 on female athletes.
- Proactive planning can mitigate risks during future health crises in sports.
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