Lane 9 is working to reduce REDs and eating disorders, improving the health of female athletes and their longevity in sport. Periods and full plates FTW.
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Research has historically under-studied the impact of menstrual disorders, eating disorders, and low energy available on the female athlete body.
And the research we do have shows that 1 in 5 athletes are at risk of developing an eating disorder (Ghazzawi et al, 2024). This not only impacts their life in and out of sport, but also carries the risk of long term negative health effects.
Our work is focused on addressing the risks of disordered eating, over exercising, thin culture in sports at all levels, and empowering female athletes to rewrite their story with a healthier relationship to food, movement, periods, and sport.
Your team of female athletes is aware of REDs, curious about nutrition, and knows it can be a challenge to keep menstrual cycles regular while also training to compete. But regular periods, full plates, and well-rested legs go a long way for performance! The Lane 9 Team offers a variety of workshops addressing Nutrition (e.g. Flexible Fueling for Performance and Health), Body Image (training and competing in the body you have, not the one you see on TV), Period Health (because Regular Periods FTW), and team culture that can welcome all of the above.
Open up conversations in a structured workshop that invites athletes and coaches to participate, connect, and come away feeling empowered to stay healthy for the long run.
Coaches, trainers, and practitioners have a lot on their plates! Let us come in to help with the tough topics, bringing in relatable knowledge and resources for your athletes, to keep them in the game.
Every team has had an athlete who’s struggling. It’s common, but preventable! Let us bring in our expertise and experiences to support your athletes, coaches, and/or program.
Lane 9 Project offers connection and education for both athletes and the coaches who work with them to learn more about REDs and period health. The Lane 9 community is full of female athletes and experts who support them. We want to bring our knowledge and experiences to your team, and connect you with local providers who can provide REDs-informed care.