A influência do ciclo menstrual no desempenho físico de mulheres praticantes de treinamento resistido

Abstract

Abstract – Menstrual cycle is a condition that can cause cognitive, emotional and physical changes, which can interfere with the physical and sports performance of women. This study aims to analyze the influence of the menstrual cycle on the physical performance of women who practice resistance training. This is a theoretical research that fits into the line of research in Sports and Health Sciences, with an indirect parameter of bibliographic review. The selection and inclusion criteria were researches in Portuguese and English, with samples involving women aged between 18 and 38 years old, containing as a time frame studies published from the year 2005, with searches carried out in databases and virtual libraries. The results point to five studies that analyze the effects of resistance training in the menstrual, follicular and luteal phases, performing tests from 1RM (maximum repetition) to 10RM. There is better performance of strength in the luteal phase compared to the other phases, which can be explained by physiological and hormonal changes, in addition to the influence of Premenstrual Syndrome. It is concluded that the menstrual cycle can influence the physical performance of women who practice resistance training. It is important to emphasize that the change in physical performance in relation to strength training during the menstrual cycle is of an individual nature, deserving specific attention and care.