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Ep. 37 What's Puberty Have To Do With It- Female Athlete Edition
In episode 37 of The Sports Nutrition Playbook podcast, Amy dives into how puberty uniquely impacts young female athletes. She explores the typical age range for puberty onset, highlighting the physical and hormonal changes, including increased body fat and growth spurts. These transformations can affect both athletic performance and body image, so it's important for parents, coaches, and athletes to understand and adapt to these changes. She discusses the risks of unhealthy eating patterns that athletes may face under pressure to stay lean, and how proper nutrition during puberty can support…
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