PCOS: What you need to know Polycystic ovary syndrome, most commonly known as PCOS, is a condition that arises as a result of dysfunction within the endocrine system that impacts somewhere between 8-21% of women. PCOS has the capacity to impact not only your fertility,…
Jet lag: What it is and how to combat it Jet lag is a temporary condition which occurs when you travel quickly across time zones and your body’s circadian rhythm pattern becomes disrupted. It affects individuals in different ways. Common symptoms include persistent fatigue, daytime…
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…
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…
