The physical and psychological changes in the postpartum athlete directly impact their ability to return to sport post partum. Understanding the unique challenges and considerations surrounding the postpartum endurance athlete is essential to optimise health outcomes for both the athlete and the newborn. Key features are included in figure 1 and discussed below. Figure 1 Illustrates key aspects of health in postpartum endurance athletes. Return to athletic training, changes in body composition and/or becoming a mother may influence mental health. Postpartum depression (PPD) affects 20% of women within 12 months post partum, is associated with urge urinary incontinence and increases risk for future episodes of depression.1 PPD, anxiety, psychosis and other mental health conditions are of concern but unknown in prevalence within postpartum athletes.2 Eating disorders have been associated with pregnancy complications, increase the risk for developing PPD and contribute to relative energy deficiency in sport.3 Athletes should consider mental health assessment by a mental health professional and treatment which may include therapy, medications and/or lifestyle modifications, such as exercise.3 Lactation may result in temporary decreases in bone mineral density (BMD) presumed to …

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信息图表。产后耐力运动员从头到脚的注意事项

产后运动员的身体和心理变化直接影响他们产后重返运动的能力。了解产后耐力运动员面临的独特挑战和注意事项对于优化运动员和新生儿的健康结果至关重要。主要功能如图 1 所示，并在下面讨论。图 1 说明了产后耐力运动员健康的关键方面。重返运动训练、身体成分的变化和/或成为母亲可能会影响心理健康。产后抑郁症 (PPD) 在产后 12 个月内影响 20% 的女性，与急迫性尿失禁相关，并增加未来抑郁发作的风险。1 PPD、焦虑、精神病和其他心理健康状况令人担忧，但其患病率尚不清楚。 2 饮食失调与妊娠并发症有关，增加患产后抑郁症的风险，并导致运动中相对能量不足。3 运动员应考虑由心理健康专业人员进行心理健康评估和治疗，其中可能包括治疗、药物和/或改变生活方式，例如运动。3 哺乳期可能会导致骨矿物质密度 (BMD) 暂时下降，据推测……