Part of the Menstrual Equity Lunch and Learn Series.
In this online presentation, Melissa Zettel (she/her) will encourage and promote conversation around sport and periods. Athletes who menstruate have always been present, but the conversation around periods has not. She will talk about the myths attached to performance and menstruation, current literature around sport and menstruation, performance and the different phases of the menstrual cycle, potential issues athletes may encounter around menstruation, and how to have supportive conversations with athletes about their cycles.
About your host: Melissa works as the Embedded Counsellor within Athletics and Recreation and works mainly with varsity-level athletes. She has been with Campus Wellness since 2018. She has a special interest in athlete mental health and recently completed a diploma program in mental health and elite sport. On campus, Melissa supports fitness classes and uses mindfulness to promote connecting to our thoughts in a more supportive and meaningful way while we move. Personally, she enjoys and brings movement into her everyday life and loves participating in fitness classes and training for races.
Current undergraduate students may be interested in the Menstrual Health & Equity Support Group as well.
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