female athletes Flashcards
1
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Eating Disorders
A
- Social pressure to fit the female physique and beauty
- Lack of vital nutrients, calcium, magnesium, sodium
- Causes physiological response of cellular maintenance, growth and repair
- E.G. Bulimia, anorexia,
2
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Iron Deficiency (Anaemia)
A
- Caused by decreased nutrient intake and loss of iron menstruation
- Iron is required to allow haemoglobin to carry oxygen
- Causes lethargy and less motivation
3
Q
Bone Density
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- Amount of minerals per square centimetre of bone
- Calcium and Vitamin D are vital
- Low bone density causes bone to be fragile and vulnerable to fractures
- Oestrogen levels drop
4
Q
Pregnancy
A
- Increases weight
- Imbalance of centre of gravity
- Regular breaks
