S5E7: From RED-S to Resilience: An Ultra Runner's Journey Through Overtraining, Hormonal Havoc, and Healing with Jazmine Lowther

The Flow State Podcast

You do not have to be a professional athlete to experience the devastating effects of underfueling and overtraining. This week, we're diving deep into the reality of Relative Energy Deficiency in Sport (RED-S) with professional ultra runner and coach, Jazmine Lowther. Jasmine gets radically honest about her journey from winning a 100k and turning pro to a two-year battle with weight gain, sleep disturbances, stress fractures, and a missing period. We break down the confusing signs her body was screaming, the flawed advice she received, and the pivotal changes that finally allowed her to heal. This is a crucial conversation for any woman who moves her body, has ever felt confused by her cycle, or has struggled to nourish herself adequately amidst a culture of "less is more."

Episode Highlights:

• RED-S is a risk not just for elites, but for any active woman.
• Early warning signs like night sweats and sleep issues were initially ignored.
• A weight-focused mindset from rock climbing negatively influenced her running.
• Exhaustion, digestive problems, and stress fractures finally forced her to stop.
• Weight gain can be a confusing symptom of your body starving for energy.
• "Just stop and rest" is incredibly difficult when your sport is your identity.
• Healing began by ditching intermittent fasting and eating breakfast immediately.
• She now fuels with 80-90 grams of carbs per hour during long runs.
• Heavy strength training is non-negotiable for durability and bone health.
• Track your cycle, sleep, and energy to understand your personal baseline.
• Avoid comparing your training to others on Strava; you are an individual.

And many more!

***This episode is not meant to be medical advice. If you're currently experiencing something out of the normal please contact your medical provider for individualized care.***

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