Female Athletes
Published on Feb 04, 2016
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Bulimia is an eating disorder characterised by binge eating followed by vomiting, laxatives or excessive exercise. It deprives the body of nutrients and damages the digestive tract.
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Anorexia nervosa is characterised by starvation and is life threatening. Anorexics may exercise excessively too. Leads to insufficient lethargy.
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Iron is an essential mineral necessary for the formation of haemoglobin. Deficiency causes lethargy and negatively affects performance. Affects women more than men due to menstruation.
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Poor bone density can lead to fractures, decreased mobility and pain. Women need to consume adequate calcium and participate in regular, weight bearing exercise.
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Pregnancy is not an excuse for inactivity. Exercise is safe and recommended. Low impact, moderate PA is beneficial to mum and Bub.
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