BackRoads Move Her Mind

Female Athlete Research - Open access articles/knowledge translation pieces

Jenna Schulz

Pregnancy/postpartum

1. Schulz JM, Hewitt C, Thornton JS. Back on Track: Performing on the world stage after pregnancy. Aspetar Sports Medicine Journal. 2024;13. https://journal.aspetar.com/en/archive/volume-13-targeted-topic-sports-medicine-in-athletics/back-on-track-performing-on-the-world-stage-after-pregnancy

1. JOSPT Insights podcast: Helping new mothers move more. November 2024. https://open.spotify.com/episode/08IZ4NhsPlUjjUyhB5FOye?si=d7ff8c2d26fc43f8

1. CKNW 980 Radio Interview/Podcast: Olympians are challenging gender norms by competing while pregnant! August 2024.

https://open.spotify.com/episode/6fUvRKKkUAjVov1USVwcTx?si=fef3385298464218

1. The Conversation Canada: Training for two: Olympians are challenging gender norms by competing while pregnant. August 2024. https://theconversation.com/training-for-two-olympians-are-challenging-gender-norms-by-competing-while-pregnant-235939

1. The Conversation Canada: From motherhood to medals: new research sheds light on postpartum guidelines for returning to sport. July 2024. https://theconversation.com/from-motherhood-to-medals-new-research-sheds-light-on-postpartum-guidelines-for-returning-to-sport-234353

1. BJSM Blog: Returning to activity and sport postpartum; what do we currently know and what is missing? February, 2024: https://blogs.bmj.com/bjsm/2024/02/02/returning-to-activity-and-sport-postpartum-what-do-we-currently-know-and-what-is-missing/

Relative energy deficiency in sport

1. Schulz JM, Polhold L, Myers S, Chung J, Thornton JS. Are female athlete specific considerations being assessed and addressed in preparticipation examinations? A scoping review and proposed framework. Journal of Sport and Health Sciences. 2025;14(12):100981. https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2095254624001376?via%3Dihub

1. Schulz JM, Hewitt CM, Stellingwerff T, Stellingwerff H, Ackerman KE, Thornton JS. Mapping the gap: a study on the confidence in knowledge and reporting of Relative Energy Deficiency in Sport (REDs) in Canadian University cross-country coaches and athletes. International Journal of Sport Science and Coaching. 2024. https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/10.1177/17479541241305389

JENNA SCHULZ

Jenna is a passionate physiotherapist and postdoctoral fellow who discovered her stride in running while navigating the demands of completing a PhD. What began as a stress-relief outlet quickly transformed into a driving force in her career, fueling her dedication to the world of endurance sports.

Today, Jenna blends her expertise in research and clinical practice to advocate for the health and performance of female athletes. Her mission is to enhance female athlete health across the lifespan, promoting longevity in sport through awareness, education, and accessible care.