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National Strength and Conditioning Association Position Statement on Strength and Conditioning of Female Athletes.
Nicole C Dabbs1, Helen Binkley2, Carmen Bott3
1California State University-San Bernardino, San Bernardino, California.
Journal of Strength and Conditioning Research
|June 12, 2026
Summary
Strength and conditioning principles apply to all athletes, but female athletes face limitations in program delivery. Addressing these restrictions is key to unlocking their full potential.
Area of Science:
- Sports Science
- Exercise Physiology
- Female Athlete Health
Background:
- Athletes use strength and conditioning for performance enhancement.
- Sex-specific physiological differences exist between male and female athletes.
- Basic principles like progressive overload are universally applicable.
Purpose of the Study:
- To update and expand upon previous position statements regarding female athletes.
- To provide a comprehensive overview of strength and conditioning for female athletes.
- To examine relevant physiology research for female athletes.
Main Methods:
- Review of neuroendocrine responses and adaptations.
- Analysis of neuromuscular adaptations.
- Examination of metabolic adaptations.
- Discussion of strength and conditioning program design.
Main Results:
- Physiological adaptations to strength and conditioning are similar between sexes.
- Restrictions in program provision, resourcing, and delivery limit female athletes' potential.
- Misattribution of limitations to female biology is common.
Conclusions:
- Strength and conditioning principles are universal.
- Addressing systemic limitations is crucial for female athlete development.
- Further research and equitable program implementation are needed.
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