Genesis 2 Minute Drill: RED-S affects athletes of any gender and ability

Dr. Kelly Krei, Genesis Health System Sports Medicine Specialist, wants athletes of all ages to be aware of the often unrecognized disorder - Relative Energy Deficiency in Sport or RED-S (formerly known as the Female Athlete Triad. RED-S is a syndrome of poor health and declining athletic performance that happens when athletes do not get enough fuel through food to support the energy demands of their daily lives and training. RED-S can and does affect athletes of any gender and ability level.