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The bases expert statement on using a behavioural approach to prevent problematic low energy availability (lea)/relative energy deficiency in sport (reds)

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: Problematic Low Energy Availability (LEA)* and Relative Energy Deficiency in Sport (REDs)* are threats to athlete health, wellbeing, and performance (*see Figure 1 for definitions). The prevalence of LEA/REDs in athletes ranges from 23% – 80% (females) and 15% – 70% (males) (1). Whilst scientific advances in LEA/REDs have strengthened understanding of how to identify, detect, and treat LEA/REDs (1), shifting focus upstream to preventing LEA/REDs is warranted.

Source: Leeds Beckett Repository (Leeds Beckett University)

Authors: Backhouse, S, Bentley, M, Brown, K, Macnaughton, L, Patterson, L

Language: English

Topic: Eating Disorders and Behaviors

Subfield: Clinical Psychology

Field: Psychology

Domain: Social Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: green

OpenAlex ID: W7017491678

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