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Topic: Body - July 29 2025
How Your Period Affects Your Focus in Sport

We talk a lot about period pain. But what about mental fog? Hormonal shifts throughout your cycle can impact neurotransmitters tied to motivation, focus, and mental energy. VIS Expert Morgan Smith, PhD, CSCS, breaks down what’s happening in your brain, how it shows up in sport, and how to sharpen focus during low-clarity phases of your cycle.

By Ava Ketterman

VIS Creator

& Morgan Smith

VIS Expert

Topic: Body

July 29 2025

07.15 VIS Web+App 1

Image source: VOICEINSPORT

When we’re on our periods, we think a lot about our bodies. But did you know that your period affects your brain too?  Hormonal shifts throughout the menstrual cycle can impact our mental function, especially when it comes to focus. For athletes, focus is key to our performance, coordination, and teamwork. But during certain phases of the cycle, that sharpness can feel harder to access. By understanding how these hormonal changes affect our ability to concentrate, athletes and coach...
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