What is amenorrhea? Amenorrhea is known as the absence of menstrual periods which is often brought about through disruption in the reproduction system and is common among high performing athletes. This condition occurs within 3-5% of those who menstruate and can often cause distress to…
Travel fatigue as an athlete Managing travel fatigue as an athlete can be difficult, especially when travelling internationally or when travel schedules are not always within your control. Travel fatigue is defined as temporary exhaustion caused by travel, typically following irregular sleep, prolonged inactivity, restricted…
The art of balancing work, life and sport A good work-life-sport balance means you have harmony between the different aspects of your life. There is no secret that juggling work, your personal life and sport can be difficult however achieving a good balance is important…
What is overtraining syndrome? Overtraining syndrome (OTS) is a condition that occurs due to excessive training and/or non-training stress resulting in a short-term decrement in performance capacity. This may also be accompanied by physiological and psychological signs of maladaptation. The incidence of OTS in elite…
Managing your menstrual cycle as an athlete We understand as an athlete it can be difficult to manage your menstrual symptoms during training and competition. To help you manage your period and make sure you can go about your training with as little disruption as…
