In this episode of the pod, I chat with Dr. Alyssa Olenick (@doclyssfitness on social media) about how your menstrual cycle does or doesn't affect your potential performance as an athlete. We dive into the phases of the menstrual cycle, current data we have regarding female physiology and performance, and how to approach this so you can perform well at *any* time of the month. 

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