jjwestman http://www.runnerspace.com/profile.php?member_id=139 Sun, 22 Nov 2009 04:03:08 +0000 ross@runnerspace.com (Ross) 60 jjwestman http://www.runnerspace.com/members/avatar/169.jpg http://www.runnerspace.com/profile.php?member_id=139 News - Anemia and Iron deficiency Sports Doctor section - A Time-to-Run - for your medical assistance Anemia has been identified as the most common medical condition among athletes. It is more common in females than males and especially in female athletes.

Anemia and iron deficiency

The capacity of the body to transport oxygen is one of the factors which limits physical performance. Oxygen is transported in the blood by the pigment of the red blood cells (haemoglobin). If the concentration of haemoglobin is reduced, the oxygen-transporting capacity of the body is impaired, and therefore the capacity to perform drops.

Anemia is said to occur when the concentration of haemoglobin falls below that specified as normal for the individual's age and sex. Athletes who subject themselves to prolonged, strenuous exertion (for example, by daily endurance training) may develop a degree of anemia.

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