Relative Energy Deficiency in Sport (REDs) is a syndrome that can affect athletes regardless of gender, sport type, and level of achievement. REDs occurs when there is a mismatch in an athlete’s energy intake and energy use, which is called low energy availability. Prolonged and/or severe low energy availability can cause REDs, resulting in a variety of adverse health and performance outcomes for athletes. Learn more.
By educating athletes, coaches, medical professionals, parents, and supporters, REDinSport aims to advance knowledge of REDs and provide a space for open, honest dialogue surrounding prevention, recovery, and support for all athletes.
From present clinical research and practice, it is clear: REDs has significant health and performance impacts among athletes.
Though REDs often goes unnoticed until symptoms are apparent or extreme, REDs has become increasingly visible in the media. Read and listen to REDs stories from all perspectives: from the athletes, from the news, and from the doctors.
Researchers are conducting groundbreaking work in REDs and similar conditions, in an effort to improve athlete health and performance. Our gallery includes foundational REDs publications alongside newer research on REDs and related topics.
As our understanding of REDs grows, so does the availability of REDs educational resources. Our resources include a list of other sites with a REDs focus, as well as the REDs clinical assessment tool.
