Functional Hypothalamic Amenorrhoea (FHA) - Information and Treatment for Dancers
The occurrence of sescondary amenorrhoea can be up to around 69% in dancers. The main cause is the intense physical training which leads to negative enrgy balance.
Even if a dancer ‘looks’ healthy, sudden increase in training or decrease in energy intake can trigger reduction in oestrogen production, leading to the loss of period.
Plant-based eating - are they for dancers?
Let's take a look at the pro's and con's of plant-based eating for dancers.
How the period cycle affects your body and eating
Understanding your period cycle and the associated fluctuations in mood, appetite and physical capacity, can help you with self care planning.