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Lightweight rowers' perspectives of living with Relative Energy Deficiency in Sport (RED-S).

Lucy GillbanksMargo MountjoyStephanie Rose Filbay
Published in: PloS one (2022)
This study describes short and long-term physical and psychosocial impacts of RED-S from the perspective of lightweight rowers. Findings highlight the importance of effective RED-S prevention and management strategies for lightweight rowers. These findings may be used to educate health-care professionals, coaches and athletes on the personal impacts and serious health consequences of RED-S.
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