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The prevalence of low energy availability (LEA) in female collegiate beach volleyball athletes was 30.8% in the preseason, 37.5% at week 1, 25.0% at week 5, and 62.5% at week 9.
Coaches and nutritionists should monitor energy availability closely throughout the competitive season.
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the prevalence of LEA for individuals was 30.8% in the preseason, 37.5% at week 1, 25.0% at week 5, and 62.5% at week 9.
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Energy Availability in Female Collegiate Beach Volleyball Athletes
Brandon D. Willingham et al. · The Journal of Strength and Conditioning Research · 2024
DOI 10.1519/jsc.0000000000004884
cross-sectionalCited 2×
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