Stress fractures in female runners

Stress fractures in female runners

45% of competitive female runners develop stress fractures, small cracks on the surface of the bones in their legs and feet. The women most likely to suffer these injuries are those who restrict food and those who have irregular periods. Restricting food can stop a...
Information on periods

Information on periods

Welcome to information on The Menstrual Cycle This section provides information on ‘periods’, the women’s menstrual cycle presented under the women’s section’- Cassandra Davis   Running Red Days Does your period affect your running?...
Why does running sometimes stop periods?

Why does running sometimes stop periods?

Amenorrhea is the medical term which refers to a prolonged absence of menstruation during the reproductive years of a woman for reasons other than pregnancy. Exercise is well known to affect the menstruation cycle, although it is not fully known how. Running and...