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Recognizing RED-S in Athletes
Warning signs of energy deficiency that coaches must recognize and address.
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Warning signs of energy deficiency that coaches must recognize and address.
What is RED-S?
Relative Energy Deficiency in Sport (RED-S) occurs when an athlete doesn't consume…
- Previously called "Female Athlete Triad," RED-S affects **males and females** across all sports.
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Why Coaches Need to Know This
Athletes may not recognize their own symptoms
- Coaches see athletes regularly
- Early detection prevents serious consequences
What Happens
Energy In < Energy Out (chronically)
- **Result:** Body shuts down "non-essential" functions:
- Reproductive system
What is RED-S?
Relative Energy Deficiency in Sport (RED-S) occurs when an athlete doesn't consume enough energy to support their training and normal body functions.
Relative Energy Deficiency in Sport (RED-S) occurs when an athlete doesn't consume enough energy to support their training and normal body functions.
Previously called "Female Athlete Triad," RED-S affects males and females across all sports.
Why Coaches Need to Know This
Athletes may not recognize their own symptoms
Coaches see athletes regularly
Early detection prevents serious consequences
Culture you create affects prevalence
You can cause or prevent RED-S
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