Dr Adam Castricum, Athletics Australia Chief Medical Officer and Sports and Exercise Physician at Olympic Park Sports Medicine Centre explains how iron levels may contribute to fatigue and potentially affect an athlete's performance.
Fatigue and the Athlete: The Importance of Iron Studies
Fatigue is a common symptom experienced by athletes whether at the elite or recreational level. It can also manifest as lethargy, poor recovery and sleep and most notably poor performance. There are numerous causes for fatigue. The most common is not enough rest! However, where there is a pathological reason, the most common is a deficiency in iron. |
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