Menstrual cycle disorders in rhythmic gymnastics athletes

Abstract

The purpose of this research is to compare the menstrual cycles of athletes of rhythmic gymnastics by making a study, through Borg's Scale, of the perception of the effort that these athletes have. The study group is composed of 20 gymnasts aged between 13 and 16 years. The research tools include a questionnaire, a diary of premenstrual symptoms in training and during competitions and a daily diary of menstrual symptoms during training and competitions. The study showed that physical activity during menstruation brings a number of problems when gymnasts have to perform body difficulties, but some gymnasts notice benefits from the psychophysical point of view when they perform the stretching session.