Kelly McNulty

PhD

Kelly McNulty

Kelly is a PhD graduate from Northumbria University where she investigated the effects of the menstrual cycle and hormonal contraceptive in sportswomen. She founded of The Period of the Period to change the narrative for women’s health and performance in sport and exercise through awareness, evidenced-based education, and support.

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Articles by Kelly

Study Review: Menstrual Cycle and Strength Performance

May 18 '23

Study Review: Menstrual Cycle and Strength Performance

In early 2023 the paper “Current evidence shows no influence of women's menstrual cycle phase on acute strength performance or adaptations to resistance exercise training” which many people found surprising to hear and even triggering. So let’s take a look at what they found.

Dr Hazel Wallace, Kelly McNulty,

Tips for Training Around the Peri-Menopause and the Menopause

March 18 '22

Tips for Training Around the Peri-Menopause and the Menopause

Unfortunately, there is little guidance for women when it comes to staying active during perimenopause, menopause and beyond so Kelly McNulty is exploring whether there can be a role for exercise to help manage the symptoms of the peri- and the menopause.

Performance, Training and Recover, and the Oral Contraceptive Pill

February 8 '22

Performance, Training and Recover, and the Oral Contraceptive Pill

There’s been a lot more conversation around the effects of the menstrual cycle on sporting performance and recovery, but often this conversation excludes women who take hormonal contraception, such as the pill. This article aims to shed some light on this topic.

Muscle Damage, Recovery, and the Menstrual Cycle

January 14 '22

Muscle Damage, Recovery, and the Menstrual Cycle

We often overlook the importance of recovery when it comes to planning our training programs, but ultimately recovery is what allows us to keep performing and training to the best of our ability. This article will cover why it's important to yes, train hard, but recover harder.

Sex Differences in Sports Injuries

September 14 '21

Sex Differences in Sports Injuries

Whilst we recognise that sports injuries are common and cause concern, less commonly recognised are the potential sex-specific differences in prevalence, risk factors, and outcomes of these injuries. So, let’s dive in!