TrailblazeHERS in Sports is a digital magazine dedicated to amplifying the voices and stories of women and girls in sports. Founded and led by high school students, both the magazine and blog highlight athletes, coaches, and changemakers who are breaking barriers in their fields. Through articles, interviews, and opinion pieces, TrailblazeHERS aims to increase representation, challenge stereotypes, and build a supportive community that celebrates female athletic excellence and leadership.

There are several ways to get involved! We’re always looking for passionate people to join the team!  This includes writers, editors, magazine designers, and social media/outreach members. Additionally, we would be delighted for you to contribute as a guest writer or collaborate with us on features, interviews, and multimedia projects, if you would like to try it out. To apply, click here or reach out through our contact form with a short introduction and your area of interest. We welcome contributors from all backgrounds who care about equity and visibility in women’s sports! You can also email us at trailblazehersinsports@gmail.com

We’d love to feature you! Please email us at trailblazehersinsports@gmail.com indicating why you would like to be featured, what you want featured, and how, whether that be through an interview for an article in our magazine or blog post, or a post on social media!

You can explore all issues of TrailblazeHERS in Sports directly on our website, either through our blog system or digital magazine. Each edition features interviews, opinion articles, and photo essays highlighting inspiring athletes and stories from across the world. We also share article features on Instagram and TikTok to reach a broader audience.

We cover everything from athlete profiles and injury prevention to body image, mental health, Title IX, media representation, and leadership in sports. Our contributors write with authenticity and purpose, focusing on both elite and community-level sports. Whether it’s celebrating underrepresented voices or examining systemic inequalities, TrailblazeHERS in Sports explores every angle that shapes the experience of women and girls in athletics.

Female athletes face unique mental health challenges, including performance anxiety, body image pressure, and overtraining stress. Many also navigate gender stereotypes and the lack of visibility in women’s sports. Studies show that athletes in aesthetic sports—such as dance, gymnastics, figure skating, and diving—experience higher rates of anxiety and eating disorders, as do those in weight-dependent sports like wrestling, karate, and judo. In endurance sports such as cross country, swimming, rowing, and cycling, female athletes may restrict calories to improve their power-to-weight ratio, increasing risk for Relative Energy Deficiency in Sport (RED-S) and the Female Athlete Triad (disordered eating, amenorrhea, bone loss). At TrailblazeHERS in Sports, we emphasize open conversations about mental health, body image, and recovery, empowering female athletes to find balance between strength, performance, and self-care. We feature stories from women in football, track, wrestling, soccer, and basketball who are redefining what strength and wellness look like for the next generation of athletes.

Nutrition for female athletes isn’t one-size-fits-all; it depends on training intensity, menstrual cycle, and sport type. Female weightlifters and long-distance runners may require higher protein intake, while team-sport athletes like soccer players benefit from balanced carbs for endurance. Iron and calcium are especially important for women due to menstrual blood loss. At TrailblazeHERS in Sports, we explore diet plans, plant-based options, and expert-approved meal guides tailored for women in sports. Whether you’re a female long jumper, soccer player, or wrestler, proper nutrition supports performance, recovery, and overall health.

According to Just Women's Sports, the highest-paid female athletes include tennis icons like Iga Świątek and Coco Gauff, freestyle skier Eileen Gu, gymnast Simone Biles, and Caitlin Clark from the WNBA. Although their direct leagues don’t pay them as much money as their male counterparts, much of it is made from endorsements. These athletes inspire the next generation by proving that women deserve equal pay and recognition. TrailblazeHERS in Sports regularly highlights famous women in sports who are breaking barriers in football, wrestling, and track. Our profiles celebrate their talent, resilience, and leadership both on and off the field.

Girls leave sports at nearly twice the rate of boys by age 14 due to barriers like lack of access, confidence, and representation. Social stigma, limited funding for women’s programs, and fewer visible role models—especially in sports like wrestling and football—contribute to the problem. At TrailblazeHERS in Sports, we spotlight female athletes and organizations creating inclusive spaces that keep girls engaged. From youth soccer programs to college-level long jump and basketball, we believe every girl deserves the chance to compete, grow, and stay in the game.

Training programs for female athletes should consider body composition, hormonal cycles, and injury risk factors. For instance, ACL injuries are more common in women’s soccer and basketball due to anatomical and hormonal differences. Proper strength training, balance work, and recovery are essential. Nutrition and rest are also crucial, especially for female weightlifters and endurance athletes. TrailblazeHERS in Sports features expert interviews on conditioning, biomechanics, and sports medicine tailored for women. Our goal is to help female athletes train smarter (not just harder) while staying strong, confident, and injury-free.

Balanced nutrition plays a key role in recovery and injury prevention. Female athletes with inadequate energy intake—especially those with heavy menstrual cycles—are more prone to stress fractures and fatigue. Calcium, vitamin D, and protein help maintain bone health and muscle repair. Hydration and carb timing also influence performance. At TrailblazeHERS in Sports, we share evidence-based meal plans and expert insights from nutritionists who specialize in women’s sports. Whether you’re a female long jumper, soccer player, or wrestler, fueling your body right is as important as your training.