Muscle for Life with Mike Matthews

Ep. #1101: Low Energy Availability: What It Is and How to Fix It


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Has your progress stalled, or are you experiencing unexplained fatigue? It could be low energy availability.

As we strive to push our physical limits, sometimes we might inadvertently fall into the trap of Low Energy Availability. 

This can lead to a condition known as Relative Energy Deficiency in Sport (RED-S) which can severely hinder not just our performance but overall health.

In this episode, I’ll dissect the science behind low energy availability and RED-S, and help you understand how you might be underfeeding your body despite intense training routines. You will learn about the symptoms of RED-S, its consequences, and how to prevent it.

So tune in and learn how to balance your diet with your exercise and training and why it's essential to match your food intake with your energy expenditure.


Timestamps:

(0:00) - Please leave a review of the show wherever you listen to podcasts and make sure to subscribe!

(1:24) - What is low energy availability?

(4:14) - What is your energy availability and how do we calculate it?

(8:03) - Try Triumph today! Go to https://buylegion.com/triumph and use coupon code MUSCLE to save 20% or get double reward points!

(18:21) - What would happen if you maintain a low energy availability for too long? What are RED-S symptoms?


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