Health

When low self-esteem gets in the way of sporting activity
By Laurine Arnould

” I’d like to go cycling but I’m too bad “, ” I really like running but I’m no good at it “, ” I like climbing but I look like a disjointed puppet “. When your self-talk is constantly based on the fact that you’re not good enough/gifted/competent/performing/etc., it’s a sign of low self-esteem. […]

Resuming sport after childbirth – A short guide
By Emilie Brussat

Resuming sport after childbirth raises many questions for new mothers. This article looks at the most common problems after having a baby, the impact this has on getting back into sport, and guides you through the steps you need to take to get back to your former physical level. Having a baby brings many changes […]

What to eat for your pre-race meal?
By Alice Leveque

I like to say that the day of your competition is a bit like an exam you’ve been studying for for months. To think that you could catch up on everything you haven’t worked on the morning of your test would be a real heresy. When it comes to your diet, it’s all the same: […]

What to eat the week before a race?
By Alice Leveque

This final stretch, the last week before a race, should enable you to stock up on energy and ensure good hydration and optimal digestive comfort on race day. Let’s take a look at the different phases of this last week before your race, and the foods you should and shouldn’t eat. Keep in mind! The […]

Understanding and avoiding RED-S (Relative Energy Deficit in Sport)
By Cyrielle Payet-Revest

Whether you’re an avid hiker, trail runner or seasoned cyclist, it’s crucial to look after your energy balance to stay in top form. This article is for you, and will talk about an important but often misunderstood syndrome: RED-S (Relative Energy Deficit in Sport). Take a few minutes to find out how it can affect […]

Mental survival guide for injured athletes
By Sandra Holtz

You’ve always secretly prayed that it would only happen to others. And up until now, you’ve felt as if you’d been granted your wish. But this time, it wasn’t enough. This time, it’s your turn to be hurt. In this article, I explain how to survive this ordeal mentally. Video format The world is falling […]

Managing performance pressure in male-dominated sports
By Laurine Arnould

Performance pressure is the stress or anxiety we feel as a result of high expectations regarding our performance in sport or any other field. This pressure can come from internal sources, such as personal expectations, or external sources, such as the expectations of others. In this article, I’ll guide you through how to manage it. […]

Tips to keep your perineum in top shape
By Marine Bondoerffer

In the previous article, we discussed the importance of your perineum and the impact certain sports can have on it: now it’s time to talk about prevention and strengthening. In this article, we give you tips and exercises to keep your perineum in tip-top shape. Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned athlete, these tips […]

Discover the perineum and understand the impact of sport on it
By Marine Bondoerffer

Welcome to you, dear sportswomen!Today, we’re talking about the perineum! This “little” group of muscles that nobody talks about, often taboo and misunderstood, is nonetheless crucial to your sporting activities. In fact, it’s not as small as all that: the perineum is a group of muscles that supports the entire base of your pelvis. Yes, […]