Guy Pitchers is a PhD researchers in Female Athletic populations, as well as a Instructor in Sport Science at Canterbury Christ Church University. He is also a Strength & Conditioning Coach for Charlton FC Ladies.

In this podcast Guy discusses:

• The primary biological differences between male and female athletes

• A basic overview of menstrual function

• Individual variability in menstrual cycles and symptoms

• Why menstrual dysfunction has long term implications for health

• Relative Energy Deficit Syndrome or "REDS"

• A framework for monitoring menstrual function in female athletes

You can keep up to date with Guy via his twitter account: @GuyPitchers.

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