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Prevalence of low energy availability and burnout syndrome in female athletes

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Cross-sectional study reveals 64% of female athletes at risk of low energy availability, suggesting critical need for targeted interventions.

The study found that 64% of female athletes were at risk of low energy availability, highlighting widespread prevalence.
Using online surveys with validated questionnaires, 139 female athletes were assessed for risk factors of low energy availability.
Despite high levels of reported symptoms, no significant relationship was found between low energy availability and burnout syndrome.
Understanding and properly diagnosing low energy availability and burnout is critical to tailor interventions for optimum recovery.

Gowers et al. (2025) studied this question.

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Cross-sectional study reveals 64% of female athletes at risk of low energy availability, suggesting critical need for targeted interventions.