Graduate Program
Sports Administration
Degree Name
Master of Science (MS)
Semester of Degree Completion
2012
Thesis Director
John Storsved
Thesis Committee Member
Brian Pritschet
Thesis Committee Member
Lee Ann Price
Abstract
Three main components structure the Female Athlete Triad which are, disordered eating, amenorrhea, and low bone mineral density. This could be a dilemma for athletes because the elements of the triad may contribute to major health issues in the future. The purpose of this study was to investigate the prevalence of risk factors associated with the Female Athlete Triad among Eastern Illinois University female cross country runners. Thirteen subjects ranging in age from 18 - 22 years participated in this study. A five part questionnaire was utilized to determine the subject's demographics, exercise history, dietary habits, menstrual history, and skeletal health risk level.
Recommended Citation
Snow, Rachel Renee, "The prevalence of risk factors associated with the female athlete triad among Eastern Illinois University female cross country runners" (2012). Masters Theses. 845.
https://thekeep.eiu.edu/theses/845
