COVID-19–Considerations for the Female Athlete
Georgie Bruinvels, Nathan A. Lewis, Richard C. Blagrove, Dawn M. Scott, Richard J. Simpson, Aaron L. Baggish, John P. Rogers, Kathryn E. Ackerman, Charles R. Pedlar
Abstract
The SARS CoV-2 virus (COVID-19) caused the whole sporting calendar to be paused. As we embark on the challenge of navigating through the return to play (RTP) process, there is a necessity to consider the needs of all athletes. This commentary specifically considers recommendations and requirements for the female athlete with a physiological emphasis during and following the COVID-19 pandemic, however, it will be relevant for any similar future scenarios that may present. It is important to acknowledge that there remain many unknowns surrounding COVID-19 and the female athlete both in the short- and long-term.