Prof Kirsty Elliott-Sale is the leading Global researcher of Female Endocrinology and Exercise Physiology, at the Institute of Sport at Manchester Metropolitan University. In addition to her research on female athletes, which includes the menstrual cycle, hormonal contraceptives, and menopause, her work in recent years has involved designing and implementing exercise interventions during and following pregnancy in a variety of populations including servicewomen (i.e., military personnel), athletes, and women with obesity. She has co-authored numerous peer-reviewed journal articles, book chapters, expert statements, and editorials on/for sportswomen. In addition, she works with many organisations such as the UK Sports Institute, the Football Association, UEFA, The European Club Association, Arsenal Women’s Football Team, and Manchester Thunder. She is a member of several special interest groups and advisory boards related to female athletes and is also the Head of the Centre of Excellence for Women in Sport, based at the Institute of Sport.