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Relative Energy Deficiency in Sport or RED-s is still a relatively new term in the world of health and fixtness; however, it is a condition that is on the increase, with many athletes coming forward having been diagnosed.

If you are an endurance athlete, you have probably heard of the term “fasted training” or ‘Intermittent Fasting’. While both have been heralded as advantageous to performance and health, is that really the case?

Nutrition is one of those topics that is always going to be controversial. Like politics, everyone has an opinion and there is often not a definitive answer.

Food is integral to performance, which why having delicious dinners that are nutrient dense, support recovery, and help to prepare your muscles for training is so essential.

As awareness of the condition increases, more and more athletes are being diagnosed with REDs. But while what an athlete eats is a contributory factor to REDs, it is not the only thing you need to be aware of.

Most people are aware of the role nutrition plays with regards to fueling and recovery, but many do not understand how integral it is for optimal performance.