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Women in Sport and Exercise Academic Network

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WiSEAN aims to bring together leading academics & practitioners to grow, strengthen & promote research on women in sport & exercise. linktr.ee/wisean

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Women in Sport and Exercise Academic Network @wisean.bsky.social · 22h
When does endurance training go too far? Britta Sorensen talks to sports psychiatry researcher Jill Colangelo about underfuelling, overtraining, missing periods and mental health in endurance sport. 🎧 spotifycreators-web.app.link/e/P8ijVqLzh7b
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Women in Sport and Exercise Academic Network @wisean.bsky.social · 14/09/2026
🎙️ New WiSEAN podcast Dr Trish Jackman on her journey from camogie and an undergraduate essay on flow to a career in sport psychology, including research on healthy ageing, loneliness and women in sport. 🎧 Listen: spotifycreators-web.app.link/e/dHF5MI7rq6b #WiSEAN #WomenInSport #SportPsychology
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Women in Sport and Exercise Academic Network @wisean.bsky.social · 17/08/2026
📢 Volunteer opportunity with WiSEAN We’re looking for a passionate and skilled Social Media Co-ordinator to help shape our online presence, increase engagement & visibility, & build our community around research on women in sport & exercise. www.wisean.net/jobs
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Women in Sport and Exercise Academic Network @wisean.bsky.social · 21/07/2026
What an inspiring #WiSEAN2026! It was fantastic to see researchers, practitioners and students from around the world sharing ideas to advance research on women's and girls' sport and exercise. Huge thanks to the organising team @lborouniversity.bsky.social for making it all happen. 💜
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Women in Sport and Exercise Academic Network @wisean.bsky.social · 30/06/2026
🎙️ New episode with Dr Anke Samulowitz How do gender norms shape the way pain is understood in healthcare and sport? We discuss pain, bias, women athletes, media narratives and why equity matters. 🎧 Listen: spotifycreators-web.app.link/e/ni7roi7Jo4b
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Women in Sport and Exercise Academic Network @wisean.bsky.social · 29/06/2026
✈️🏨 Planning your visit to WiSEAN 2026 in Loughborough? We’ve got you covered All the practical details you need are now live: ✅ Registration options & costs ✅ Accommodation choices ✅ Travel guidance to Loughborough Secure your place and plan your stay 👉 wisean2026.com
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Women in Sport and Exercise Academic Network @wisean.bsky.social · 20/06/2026
🎙️ New podcast Dr Simone Fullagar and Dr Adele Pavlidis discuss feminist sport research, inclusion, mental health, disability, gender-based violence and the future of women's sport. www.wisean.net/podcast #WomenInSport #GenderEquity #SportResearch #WiSEAN
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Women in Sport and Exercise Academic Network @wisean.bsky.social · 20/06/2026
🎙️ New podcast Dr Simone Fullagar and Dr Adele Pavlidis discuss feminist sport research, inclusion, mental health, disability, gender-based violence and the future of women's sport. A thought-provoking conversation on who sport serves. #WomenInSport #GenderEquity #SportResearch #WiSEAN
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Women in Sport and Exercise Academic Network @wisean.bsky.social · 08/06/2026
🎓 Join us at WiSEAN 2026, Loughborough University 100+ presentations, posters & symposiums across two days of learning, networking and collaboration. 👉 wisean2026.com #WiSEAN2026 #WomenInSport
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Women in Sport and Exercise Academic Network @wisean.bsky.social · 05/06/2026
More reasons to join us at this year’s WiSEAN Conference hosted at @lborouniversity.bsky.social @kelsiejohnson will be joining our incredible line-up of spotlight speakers, featuring Dr Kate Ackerman and @nmlavoi.bsky.social. We’ll also have a brilliant spotlight panel. Hope to see you there!
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Women in Sport and Exercise Academic Network @wisean.bsky.social · 22/05/2026
🎙️ New episode with @hollythorpe.bsky.social We discuss menstruation in sport, REDS, inclusion, women’s health research, action sports & the politics of women’s bodies in sport. Podcast host: Dr Britta Sorrensen open.spotify.com/episode/42Yo...
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Women in Sport and Exercise Academic Network @wisean.bsky.social · 13/05/2026
🤝 New clip from my conversation with @nmlavoi.bsky.social We discuss women coaches, gender equity & the future of women’s sport research, including why collaboration between research centres matters so much. 🎧 www.wisean.net/podcast
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Women in Sport and Exercise Academic Network @wisean.bsky.social · 05/05/2026
🎙️ New podcast Verity Postlethwaite on sport events, social impact, and what to expect from WiSEAN 2026. www.wisean.net/podcast #WomenInSport #SportResearch #WiSEAN
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Women in Sport and Exercise Academic Network @wisean.bsky.social · 05/05/2026
🎙️ New podcast Dr Verity Postlethwaite on sport events, social impact and what to expect from #WiSEANconf 2026. #WomenInSport #SportResearch #WiSEAN
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Women in Sport and Exercise Academic Network @wisean.bsky.social · 10/04/2026
WiSEAN Conference @lborouniversity.bsky.social 14-15 July Strike with Purpose: Empowering Women’s Health & Performance through Insight & Innovation Spotlight speakers Dr Kate Ackerman @nmlavoi.bsky.social #WiSEAN #WiSEAN2026 #womeninsport #femaleathlete
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Women in Sport and Exercise Academic Network @wisean.bsky.social · 10/04/2026
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Women in Sport and Exercise Academic Network @wisean.bsky.social · 10/02/2026
🎙️ New podcast Dr Britta Sorensen joins WiSEAN to discuss women’s pain experiences in ultra-endurance sport, her biopsychosocial research approach, and her new role as a future WiSEAN podcast host. #WomenInSport #WomensHealth #EnduranceSport #WiSEAN spotifycreators-web.app.link/e/r3NeRhDxC0b
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Women in Sport and Exercise Academic Network @wisean.bsky.social · 10/02/2026
🎙️ New podcast Dr Britta Sorensen joins WiSEAN to discuss women’s pain experiences in ultra-endurance sport, her biopsychosocial research approach, and her new role as a future WiSEAN podcast host. www.wisean.net/podcast #WomenInSport #WomensHealth #EnduranceSport #WiSEAN
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Women in Sport and Exercise Academic Network @wisean.bsky.social · 06/02/2026
WiSEAN conference 2026, Loughborough University 14-15 July 2026: Strike with Purpose: Empowering Women's Health & Performance through Insight and Innovation. www.lboro.ac.uk/research/wom...
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Women in Sport and Exercise Academic Network @wisean.bsky.social · 02/02/2026
We are seeking a dynamic and passionate individual to serve as the host for the Women in Sport and Exercise Academic Network’s webinars. For more details, see our website: www.wisean.net/jobs
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Women in Sport and Exercise Academic Network @wisean.bsky.social · 21/01/2026
🎙️ New podcast Dr Tegan Hartmann and Dr Dani Girard share their research on pregnancy loss, endometriosis and exercise, alongside reflections on mentoring and growing WiSEAN in Australasia. #WomensHealth #WomenInSport #ExerciseResearch #WiSEAN
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Women in Sport and Exercise Academic Network @wisean.bsky.social · 21/01/2026
🎙️ New podcast Dr Tegan Hartmann and Dr Dani Girard share their research on pregnancy loss, endometriosis and exercise, alongside reflections on mentoring and growing WiSEAN in Australasia. #WomensHealth #WomenInSport #ExerciseResearch #WiSEAN
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Women in Sport and Exercise Academic Network @wisean.bsky.social · 21/01/2026
🎙️ New podcast Dr Tegan Hartmann and Dr Dani Girard share their research on pregnancy loss, endometriosis and exercise, alongside reflections on mentoring and growing WiSEAN in Australasia. #WomensHealth #WomenInSport #ExerciseResearch #WiSEAN
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Women in Sport and Exercise Academic Network @wisean.bsky.social · 14/01/2026
New blog ‘Exploring Pregnancy Loss – The Value of Physical Activity’ Dr Dani Girard and Dr Tegan Hartmann This piece discusses how movement can support physical and emotional wellbeing following pregnancy loss. If this topic resonates with you, read the full blog for more 🕊️
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Women in Sport and Exercise Academic Network @wisean.bsky.social · 12/01/2026
New podcast 🎙️ with Dr Ross Julian Women’s football science, menstrual cycle monitoring and performance, future profiling of players, cognitive research and reflections on research cultures in Germany and the UK. Now live. Link in bio
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Women in Sport and Exercise Academic Network @wisean.bsky.social · 12/01/2026
New podcast 🎙️ with Dr Ross Julian Women’s football science, menstrual cycle monitoring and performance, future profiling of players, cognitive research and reflections on research cultures in Germany and the UK. Now live. Link in bio
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Women in Sport and Exercise Academic Network @wisean.bsky.social · 12/12/2025
🎙️ New episode! Charlie Pedlar: Building a Career in Sports Science and Supporting Women through Research and Practice
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Women in Sport and Exercise Academic Network @wisean.bsky.social · 12/12/2025
🎙️ New episode! Charlie Pedlar: Building a Career in Sports Science and Supporting Women through Research and Practice Topics include low iron in women, the origins of FitrWoman and the future of women-focused performance science. #SportsScience #WomenInSport #FemaleAthleteHealth #FitrWoman #Orreco
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Women in Sport and Exercise Academic Network @wisean.bsky.social · 10/12/2025
💊 New WiSEAN blog out now ft. work from @thefemaleathletenetwork + @jessb_rx on sports pharmacy! Check out “From the Pharmacy to the Playing Field: Why Every Athlete’s Healthcare Team Needs a Sports Pharmacist” now! Link in bio.
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Women in Sport and Exercise Academic Network @wisean.bsky.social · 05/11/2025
🎙️ New episode! I chat with Dr Aoife Lane, Head of Sport & Health Sciences at TUS and co-founder of míde, about women in sport research, Gaelic games and building community-focused impact. 🎧 Listen now! spotifycreators-web.app.link/e/mL3DATSrWXb #WomenInSport #Podcast #AoifeLane #gaelicgames
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Women in Sport and Exercise Academic Network @wisean.bsky.social · 05/11/2025
🎙️ New episode! I chat with Dr Aoife Lane, Head of Sport & Health Sciences at TUS and co-founder of míde, about women in sport research, Gaelic games and building community-focused impact. 🎧 Listen now! spotifycreators-web.app.link/e/mL3DATSrWXb #WomenInSport #Podcast #AoifeLane
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Women in Sport and Exercise Academic Network @wisean.bsky.social · 05/11/2025
🎙️ New episode! I chat with Dr Aoife Lane, Head of Sport & Health Sciences at TUS and co-founder of míde, about women in sport research, Gaelic games and building community-focused impact. 🎧 Listen now! spotifycreators-web.app.link/e/mL3DATSrWXb #WomenInSport #Podcast #AoifeLane
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Women in Sport and Exercise Academic Network @wisean.bsky.social · 05/11/2025
🎙️ New episode! I chat with Dr Aoife Lane, Head of Sport & Health Sciences at TUS and co-founder of míde, about women in sport research, Gaelic games and building community-focused impact. 🎧 Listen now! #WomenInSport #Podcast #AoifeLane
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Women in Sport and Exercise Academic Network @wisean.bsky.social · 29/10/2025
New blog, “They could be the future of women’s football, but it’s not happening yet...” Why are so many elite female footballers hesitant to move into coaching? By Dr Laura Wallace Link in bio #womensfootball #femalefootballers #femalecoaches #wiseannetwork #WiSEAN
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Women in Sport and Exercise Academic Network @wisean.bsky.social · 29/09/2025
🎙️ Podcast with Prof Elizabeth Pike on global gender & sport 🌍 From the Anita White Foundation to leading research for the IWG, she shares insights on impact, legacy & future goals. 🎧 spotifycreators-web.app.link/e/5VgRJTHv3Wb #WomenInSport #GenderEquity #IWG #WiSEAN
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Women in Sport and Exercise Academic Network @wisean.bsky.social · 29/09/2025
🎙️ Podcast with Prof Elizabeth Pike on global gender & sport 🌍 From the Anita White Foundation to leading research for the IWG, she shares insights on impact, legacy & future goals. 🎧 spotifycreators-web.app.link/e/5VgRJTHv3Wb #WomenInSport #GenderEquity #IWG #WiSEAN
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Women in Sport and Exercise Academic Network @wisean.bsky.social · 29/09/2025
🎙️ Prof Elizabeth Pike on global gender & sport 🌍 From the Anita White Foundation to leading research for the IWG, she shares insights on impact, legacy & future goals. 🎧 spotifycreators-web.app.link/e/5VgRJTHv3Wb #WomenInSport #GenderEquity #IWG #WiSEAN
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Women in Sport and Exercise Academic Network @wisean.bsky.social · 19/09/2025
New volunteer post available at WiSEAN. www.wisean.net/jobs
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Women in Sport and Exercise Academic Network @wisean.bsky.social · 15/09/2025
New blog post from Tara Vooght. The journey of one million breast bounces showcases significant scientific breakthroughs and their global impact on female health and sports. Dive into our detailed blog post here: www.wisean.net/post/one-mil... #BreastHealth #SportsResearch #WomenInSports
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Women in Sport and Exercise Academic Network @wisean.bsky.social · 14/09/2025
📣 New blog post, “Period of Activity: Exploring the relationship between menstruation and physical activity in adolescents” now available! Thanks @lisaruggles.bsky.social for sharing your wisdom! Check out the full blog post for more. www.wisean.net/post/period-...
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Women in Sport and Exercise Academic Network @wisean.bsky.social · 01/09/2025
🎙️ New podcast! @DrMalikaFelton @bournemouthuni.bsky.social about pregnancy, breathing & cold water swimming. 🎧 Listen here: open.spotify.com/episode/7p1X... #MaternalHealth #Research #WiSEAN #coldwaterswimming
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Women in Sport and Exercise Academic Network @wisean.bsky.social · 01/09/2025
🎙️ New podcast! @DrMalikaFelton @bournemouthuni.bsky.social about pregnancy, breathing & cold water swimming. Malika shares her insights, advice and future directions. 🎧 Listen here: open.spotify.com/episode/7p1X... #MaternalHealth #Research #WiSEAN #coldwaterswimming
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Women in Sport and Exercise Academic Network @wisean.bsky.social · 01/09/2025
🎙️ New podcast! @DrMalikaFelton @bournemouthuni.bsky.social about pregnancy, breathing & cold water swimming. Malika shares her insights, advice and future directions. 🎧 Listen here: open.spotify.com/episode/7p1X... #MaternalHealth #Research #WiSEAN #coldwaterswimming
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Women in Sport and Exercise Academic Network @wisean.bsky.social · 21/08/2025
New volunteer post available at WiSEAN
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Women in Sport and Exercise Academic Network @wisean.bsky.social · 11/08/2025
New podcast with Melissa Lodge, REDs, fuelling and scientific communication. 🎧 open.spotify.com/episode/66Z9...
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Women in Sport and Exercise Academic Network @wisean.bsky.social · 11/08/2025
Melissa Lodge shares how she bridges the gap with her work on REDs, through @FED_collaborative and her work with WiSEAN. 🎧 open.spotify.com/episode/66Z9... #REDs #SportsScience #FemaleAthletePhysiology #WiSEAN
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Women in Sport and Exercise Academic Network @wisean.bsky.social · 30/07/2025
New blog post, ‘Women and the Whistle’, out now. Dr Dave Hancock shares more about his research programme on women sport officials. Swipe to learn more! Visit our website for the full blog and follow along with 'SPORT' for more. #wiseannetwork #WiSEAN #refs #referee #womenssports
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Women in Sport and Exercise Academic Network @wisean.bsky.social · 22/07/2025
🎧 New pod drop! We chat to @staceypope.bsky.social @durham-university.bsky.social, expert on women, football & inequality. ⚽️ Women’s fandom 🏛️ Research, policy 📚 Feminism in sport research 🎙️ spotifycreators-web.app.link/e/LvAmQTnMbVb #womeninsport #feministresearch #footballfans #sportpolicy #podcast
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Women in Sport and Exercise Academic Network @wisean.bsky.social · 27/06/2025
New blog on our website! @ellenboucher.bsky.social shares key insights in “Moving the Goalposts: Variance in defining elite women’s football prevents inclusion in research”. Read the full blog online and get involved in the SCORES project! Or a few findings here #WiSEAN #football #womenssports
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Women in Sport and Exercise Academic Network @wisean.bsky.social · 26/06/2025
New #podcast with Dr Emma Cowley: Invisible #Sportswomen #invisiblesportswomen #sheresearch spotifycreators-web.app.link/e/JdnLnZlznUb
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