As someone who trains alot, when was the last time you had a performance blood test? ….In fact have you ever had one? If the answer is no, don’t panic! Today we’re discussing the importance of athletes having blood tests, and specifically a performance blood test. Giving us an individualised and comprehensive insight into your currently health, it can provide us vital information and answers around how we are feeling, training, recovering and performing. Facilitating and understanding this key topic is the forefront of athlete care, regardless of their age or ability. In this episode we highlight some of the key blood markers, what’s going on at different stages of our lifespan and how we can interpret and act upon the results we find. (00:00) Introduction to SFE Athlete Pathway (01:14) Welcome to the Strength for Endurance Podcast (01:54) The Importance of Performance Blood Testing (02:29) Understanding Blood and Hormonal Health (04:26) The Role of Dr. Ruth Wilde and the SFE Team (07:02) The Impact of Poor Blood Health on Performance (08:33) The Limitations of General Practice Blood Tests (09:36) Understanding Performance Blood Tests (11:17) Key Blood Markers for Athletes (13:10) The Importance of Regular Blood Health Checks (14:17) Practical Steps for Monitoring Blood Health (15:10) Accessing Performance Blood Testing Services (15:59) Conclusion and Final Thoughts

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