Mind the gap: the presence of capital and power in the female athlete–male -coach relationship within elite rowing

Haan, Donna de; Norman, Leanne

doi:10.1080/21640629.2019.1567160

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“…Teaching basic facts about the menstrual cycle is a chance to correct misconceptions and misinformation learned, and show the power of culture and social cognition on something as basic as a physiological process 2 . This may contribute to improving male coaches’ ability to respond on a more individual basis to their athletes along the lines of gender, 19 overcoming male coaches adjusting their practices to the detriment of their female athletes based upon erroneous and unequal ideas of females as performers 20 . Previous experiences and perceptions of male awkwardness or lack of knowledge reduced the comfort of female athletes speaking openly and sharing experiences with male coaches and practitioners; a determinant which needs to be resolved.…”

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“…Female athletes in high‐performance sport are more likely to have a male coach, and therefore, research has questioned whether coaches are sufficiently prepared to respond on a more individual basis to their athletes along the lines of gender 19 . Male coaches may adjust their coaching practices to the detriment of their female athletes 20 . Furthermore, previous research has highlighted, coaches of elite athletes are expected to coordinate the communication between the different members of the support team and to plan and prepare for long‐term development and participation in elite competition.…”

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“…This requires communicating with people to optimize performance within a mindful environment 21 ; the absence of communication between coach and athletes pertaining to the menstrual cycle may have a consequential impact on sport performance. The impact of (unequal) gender relations and the significance of gendered ideas and expectations may currently influence the effectiveness of coach‐athlete relationships 20 . Fundamentally, Johnston‐Robledo & Chrisler 15 commented, if menstruation were discussed more openly, it might be easier for girls and women to acknowledge the positive aspects of menstruation.…”

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Elite female athletes’ experiences and perceptions of the menstrual cycle on training and sport performance

Brown

Knight

Forrest

2020

Scandinavian Med Sci Sports

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The purpose of the current study was twofold (a) to examine elite female athletes’ experiences of their menstrual cycle, with a focus upon the impact on training and competition performance and (b) the openness of conversation pertaining to the menstrual cycle with coaching and support staff. Following receipt of institutional ethical approval, individual semi‐structured interviews were conducted with 17 elite female athletes (25.5 ± 4.7 years) from multiple sports. Results revealed athletes’ experiencing a natural menstrual cycle reported physical symptoms alongside mood disturbances and reduced motivation to train. The decision to actively control the menstrual cycle was often triggered by a desire to reduce the effect on competition, to lessen anxieties about making required weight or reduce distraction to manage during competition. Athletes indicated an openness to talk about the menstrual cycle to other females, however, there was variation in the comfort athletes experienced regarding talking to male coaches. Overall, the findings highlight the need to educate elite athletes and coaches on the menstrual cycle, considering it in the same light as other physiological functions in sport to improve health, well‐being, and performance. Furthermore, providing education on how to construct positive conversations, equipping individuals with the correct terminology, and confidence to talk about the menstrual cycle will reduce some reservations identified through improved knowledge and understanding.

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Elite female athletes’ experiences and perceptions of the menstrual cycle on training and sport performance

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Forrest

2020

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“…Brouwers, Sotiriadou, & De Bosscher, 2015;De Bosscher, Shibli, Westerbeek, & van Bottenburg, 2015a;Norman and French (2013)), and (d) the coach-athlete relationship (e.g. De Haan & Norman, 2019;Jowett & Timson-Katchis, 2005).…”

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An analysis of the multi-level factors affecting the coaching of elite women athletes

Haan

Sotiriadou

2019

Managing Sport and Leisure

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Rationale/Purpose: High-performance sport systems offer athletes access to a range of experts including excellent coaches. This study examines the macro-, meso-and micro-level factors associated with coaching elite women athletes within a high-performance sport system. Design/methodology/approach: This research was underpinned by constructionism and critical feminism. The data were collected via semistructured in-depth interviews with 10 international male elite rowing coaches with experience in coaching men and women athletes and analysed using thematic analysis. Findings: The data shows that at the micro-level, coaches differentiate their practices based on the gender of the athlete. These practices are influenced by meso-level factors (perceived value of sport participated by women) and shaped by macro-level factors (socio-cultural background of the coaches). Practical implications: Coaches' socio-cultural experiences influence their construct of gender and affect their approach to coaching women athletes. Hence identifying macro-level factors can help managers understand coaches' perspectives, philosophy and practice at a micro-level. Research contribution: The use of a multi-level approach to examine the factors associated with coaching elite women athletes offers a unique holistic approach to understanding how multi-level factors affect the coaching of women athletes. ARTICLE HISTORY

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“…Furthermore, high-performance sporting cultures focusing on aesthetics, endurance, or weight, may normalize extreme dietary and training practices, potentially resulting in body dissatisfaction and disordered eating practices (Krane et al, 2004 ; de Bruin and Oudejans, 2018 ; Kantanista et al, 2018 ). Male coaches, social media, audiences and sponsors are recognized sources of pressure for female athletes (de Haan and Norman, 2019 ). Difficulty communicating with coaches and support staff who may be poorly informed on women's health issues, has also been identified as a specific challenge (Hines et al, 2019 ).…”

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Biological and Socio-Cultural Factors Have the Potential to Influence the Health and Performance of Elite Female Athletes: A Cross Sectional Survey of 219 Elite Female Athletes in Aotearoa New Zealand

Heather

Thorpe²,

Ogilvie³

et al. 2021

Front. Sports Act. Living

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Health is a pre-requisite for optimal performance yet the parameters which govern health and performance of elite female athletes are little understood. The aim of this study was to quantify the health status of elite female athletes, and understand sociocultural factors influencing that status. The survey addressed demographic, health and athletic performance history, training load, contraceptive use, sport-specific appearance and performance pressures, and communication barriers. Three hundred and fifty-seven elite New Zealand female athletes were recruited to complete an on-line survey. Two hundred and nineteen athletes completed the survey. Oligomenorrhea/amenorrhea had been diagnosed in only 12% of athletes compared with 50% of athletes not on hormonal contraception who reported symptoms consistent with this diagnosis. Stress fractures and iron deficiency were common and associated with oligomenorrhoea/amenorrhea (P = 0.002), disordered eating (P = 0.009) or menorrhagia (P = 0.026). Athletes involved in individual sports (P = 0.047) and with higher training volumes (P < 0.001) were more likely to report a medical illness. Seventy-three percent of athletes felt pressured by their sport to alter their physical appearance to conform to gender ideals with 15% engaging in disordered eating practices. Barriers to communicating female health issues included male coaches and support staff, and lack of quality information pertaining to health. Elite female athletes may fail to reach peak performance due to specific health issues and undiagnosed pathology. Sociocultural factors influence the effectiveness of support of female's health and performance. Organizational and cultural change is required if elite female athletes are to combine optimal health with best performance.

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Mind the gap: the presence of capital and power in the female athlete–male -coach relationship within elite rowing

Cited by 29 publications

References 53 publications

Elite female athletes’ experiences and perceptions of the menstrual cycle on training and sport performance

Elite female athletes’ experiences and perceptions of the menstrual cycle on training and sport performance

An analysis of the multi-level factors affecting the coaching of elite women athletes

Biological and Socio-Cultural Factors Have the Potential to Influence the Health and Performance of Elite Female Athletes: A Cross Sectional Survey of 219 Elite Female Athletes in Aotearoa New Zealand

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