Female Athlete Health Part 1: Foundations of Performance and REDs (AT)

Course overview

Level up your knowledge on female athlete health and performance with leading experts. In this first part of the series, attendees will explore the foundations of energy availability, Relative Energy Deficiency in Sport (REDs), and nutrition, as well as practical strategies for clinical screening, management, and multidisciplinary care. Designed for physical therapists and athletic trainers, Part 1 builds a strong evidence-based framework for understanding the Female Athlete Triad and REDs and their multisystem impacts. Participants will leave with actionable knowledge to optimize care and enhance outcomes for female athletes. Sessions in Part 1: Female Athlete Health: Energy, REDs, and Nutrition This webinar session dives into the critical topic of energy availability and nutrition in athletes, addressing female and male populations. Participants will explore the history and current understanding of the female athlete triad and REDs, learn how low energy availability (LEA) develops and impacts multiple body systems, and gain practical strategies for screening for and addressing nutritional deficiencies. Specifically designed to support physical therapists and athletic trainers, this session offers evidence-based insights to promote athlete health, performance, and long-term well-being. REDs in Clinical Practice: Screening, Management, and Multidisciplinary Care Relative energy deficiency in sport (REDs) is a complex condition with widespread impacts on athlete health and performance. PTs and ATCs are uniquely positioned to identify REDs early, yet many clinicians report uncertainty about screening approaches, referral processes, and multidisciplinary management. This webinar provides PTs and ATCs with actionable strategies to integrate REDs awareness into everyday practice. Through case-based examples, learners will apply validated screening tools, identify key clinical red flags, and explore the unique role of PTs and ATCs within a collaborative care team. Special emphasis will be placed on building referral pathways, modifying rehabilitation or training loads while awaiting specialist input, and communicating effectively with coaches, physicians, and dietitians. Whether practicing in outpatient orthopedics, sports medicine, or the athletic training room, clinicians will leave this session better equipped to support athletes across various settings, from middle school to professional sports.