Teams of scientists are researching the unique ways that elite sport affects the female body – how breasts alter the way you run, but the right sports bra could give you the edge; how the menstrual cycle could impact performance and what role period trackers could play; and why is there a higher risk of some injuries, and what can be done to avoid them?

  • Baron Von J@lemmy.world
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    9 days ago

    would the FA have to specify regulation sports bras to ensure equal performance

    That seems like a natural response. But with so much variety of bust size, cup size, and density I can’t imagine a singular standard would be any better than being unregulated.

    • acosmichippo@lemmy.world
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      agreed, unless the expense gets into the realm of ridiculous like competitive swimsuits did for a time. then either only the wealthy clubs/athletes have access to the equipment, or everyone does and it’s just an unnecessary expense on the sport. there would have to be health and safety benefits to justify it.