Common Health Issues Female High Performers Have

In this episode of "Spirit of an Athlete," host Amanda Smith, owner of Body Whisper Healing and creator of the Heal to Grow system, discusses common health issues faced by female high performers, including athletes, entrepreneurs, and executives. She covers physical challenges like ACL tears, stress fractures, and the female athlete triad, as well as mental health issues such as anxiety, depression, and overtraining. Amanda emphasizes the importance of recognizing these issues and seeking help, advocating for a holistic approach to maintain both physical and mental well-being.In this Episode:  Introduction to Health Issues (00:00:20) Overview of common health issues faced by female high performers in sports and business.Physical Challenges of High Performers (00:01:41) Discussion of physical injuries like muscle strains, ligament sprains, and stress fractures.Mental Health Issues (00:02:40) Exploration of mental health challenges, including anxiety, depression, and overtraining.Link Between Physical and Mental Injuries (00:03:12) Explanation of how physical injuries can lead to mental issues and vice versa.Female-Specific Physical Issues (00:04:47) Focus on ACL tears and their prevalence among female athletes due to bone structure.Understanding Stress Fractures (00:05:58) Description of stress fractures, their causes, and the importance of rest and proper form.The Female Athlete Triad (00:07:28) Introduction to the triad involving menstrual irregularities, low bone density, and disordered eating.Mental Health Challenges for Female Athletes (00:09:32) Discussion on anxiety and depression faced by female high performers under pressure.--Watch Cosmic Body Shenanigans Podcast on YouTube!Check out more from Amanda:Website: Body Whisper HealingInstagram: @Amanda.G.SmithFacebook: Body Whisper HealingPinterest: AmandaGSmithBWH LinkedIn: Amanda (Ritchie) SmithTake the Cosmic Sensitive Quiz to find out what stresses you out most and why. It's fun, it's free, and it's only 7 easy questions. https://www.cosmicsensitivequiz.com/