ARE ROWERS FUELLING ENOUGH? KNOWLEDGE AND MANAGEMENT OF RED-S

Gillbanks, L., Mountjoy, M., & Filbay, S. R. (2022). Insufficient knowledge and inappropriate physiotherapy management of Relative Energy Deficiency in Sport (RED-S) in lightweight rowers. Physical Therapy in Sport, 54, 8-15.

By Michael Naperalsky

Have you heard of RED-S? Do you understand how it can impact health and performance in rowing? This article highlights the important topic of Relative Energy Deficiency in Sport (RED-S), especially as it relates to lightweight rowers and how health care providers can help.