The best way to prevent The Female Athlete Triad is through educating athletes, parents, and coaches about what it is, how to recognize it, and how to take steps to prevent it.

As a coach:

• Remind your athletes that eating is an important part of successful training and performance.
• Focus on health and a positive body image, do NOT focus on body weight.
• Support athletes throughout their training and competition, as well as during their everyday life.
• Mobilize available resources – nutritionists, athletic trainers, counselors, and physicians.

As an athlete:

• Monitor your menstrual cycle by using a diary or calendar
• Consult your physician if you have mentsrual irregularities, have recurrent injuries or stress fractures
• Seek counseling if you suspect you are overly concerned about your body image, for example, if you are constantly striving to be thin
• Consult a sport nutritionist to help you design an appropriate diet that is specific to your sport and to your body’s energy needs.
• Seek emotional support from parents, coaches and teammates.