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What is RED-S?
RED-S is a state of chronic low energy availability where how much energy an athlete needs does not match up with what the athlete is taking in.
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Athlete Blood Testing Myths and Misconceptions.
You only need a blood test if you have symptoms such as fatigue or slow recovery. Athletes should get tested before they develop symptoms. Typically, by the time you feel the impact of unsatisfactory biomarker levels, your body likely has been performing below its potential for a while, and you’ll Read more…
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How Does Alcohol Consumption Impact Athletes?
We’ve all heard it doesn’t exactly offer an athletic edge, but how bad is drinking alcohol for athletic training, performance, and recovery? Alcohol has different effects on men and women so after some general information, I also share sex-specific insights.
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Scared of needles? So was I, until I tried these tricks.
How to overcome a fear of needles? The first time I had my blood drawn I was in high school. Gray’s Anatomy was my favorite show at the time so in full doctor mode, I wanted to watch my blood draw. I saw the phlebotomist insert the needle and the Read more…
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Complete Blood Count For Athletes Explained (CBC)
The CBC or complete blood count is an important panel for athletes. Complete Blood Count For Athletes measures red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelet levels along with associated markers. For athletes, red blood cells are crucial because they are responsible for delivering oxygen around the body. During exercise Read more…
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COVID-19 implications for Athletes
Should Athletes get the COVID-19 vaccine? Yes (for the most part, but please discuss with your medical provider). Here’s why. From a practical standpoint, controlling the pandemic can help avoid further cancellation of sporting events and vaccines can help prevent transmission to teammates, opponents, support staff, and spectators. Though limited, Read more…
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Ladies Leverage Your Physiology!
It’s not in your head Ladies, it’s not in your head- your physiology, training, and nutrition needs change throughout the month. It’s time to leverage this information to work smarter, not harder, for better results. The science related to training around the menstrual cycle is emerging, yet very exciting. Ending underrepresentation Read more…
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Should I train while sick?
Deciding whether to train while sick is a choice every athlete faces at some point. Experts recommend training while sick…
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How to Choose a Sports Drink: What to Look For
Gatorade, Vitargo, Roctane, Nuun…the number of sports drinks is dizzying. How are you supposed to know what to drink to support your training and races?! Does it matter what you buy? What should you look for?
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What’s the best diet for an athlete?
Food is a tool and opportunity to help you achieve your goals, not something to restrict and fight against. When it comes to healthy eating, aim for progress not perfection. If you have mostly whole, unprocessed foods 80% of the time, it’s okay to have…