General sport
Sport & Your Period
Periods don’t automatically mean you have to stop doing the sport you enjoy. Pick the question you want answered.
Simple rule
Notice your own body.
There is no single way everybody should feel during a period. You can play when you feel well enough and ask for support when you do not.
Pick a question
In this section
Can I play sport on my period?
When it is fine to keep moving, and when to listen to your body.
Read guide →My first period at sport
What to do if it arrives during training, a match or competition.
Read guide →Period products for sport
Pads, period pants, tampons and other options explained simply.
Read guide →What if I leak?
What to do, how to prepare and when heavy bleeding needs checking.
Read guide →Period pain & sport
Cramps, what may help and when pain deserves medical attention.
Read guide →Food, energy & growing
Why active, growing bodies need enough fuel and recovery.
Read guide →Breasts, bras & being active
Breast changes, support and simple sports-bra guidance.
Read guide →Changing rooms & confidence
Body changes, privacy, respect and speaking up if something feels wrong.
Read guide →How do I tell my coach?
Short sentences you can use when you need a toilet, a break or help.
Read guide →Should I track my period?
A simple way to notice your own pattern without overcomplicating training.
Read guide →Reusable period pants
How they work, how to use them and why some girls like them for sport.
Read guide →When should I ask for help?
Strong pain, heavy bleeding, dizziness, fatigue and other signs to talk about.
Read guide →Choose your sport
More specific help when you need it
Ask Luma
Got a sport-and-period question?
Ask about periods, products, leaks, pain or body changes in your own words.
Luma cannot diagnose or replace a trusted adult, GP or healthcare professional.
Talking to a trusted adult
You can also tell a parent, carer, teacher or coach. A short sentence is enough. You do not have to explain everything.