At Flying High Enterprises we feel that the Female Athlete Triad is one of the most serious issues facing women athletes today. The triad can affect women in any sport, not just gymnastics. We encourage all coaches, parents, and athletes to educate themselves and others about the Female Athlete Triad and take proactive steps to help anyone who may be exhibiting any of the signs or symptoms of the triad.
At Flying High Enterprises we feel that the Female Athlete Triad is one of the most serious issues facing women athletes today. The triad can affect women in any sport, not just gymnastics. We encourage all coaches, parents, and athletes to educate themselves and others about the Female Athlete Triad and take proactive steps to help anyone who may be exhibiting any of the signs or symptoms of the triad.
Click Here for an article from the American Academy of Family Physicians found on the website www.familydoctor.org. This article gives a detailed description of the Female Athlete Triad and describes what to watch for, who is at risk, and what to do if you suspect someone has one, two, or all three parts of the triad.
If you would like further information on the Female Athlete Triad please check out the links listed below. Or go to http://www.usa-gymnastics.org/ and go to the website search and type in female athlete triad for information specific to gymnasts.
http://www.usa-gymnastics.org/publications/usa-gymnastics/1998/1/body-balance.html
http://orthoinfo.aaos.org/fact/thr_report.cfm?Thread_ID=320&topcategory=Sports
http://www.physsportsmed.com/issues/1997/03mar/joy.htm
http://www.iasm.com/femathlete.html – This site has a list of organizations to contact for help regarding eating disorders
