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15 Warning Signs You Might Be Underfueling Your Workouts

When your car is low on gas, you have two clear warning signs. First, your gauge edges ever closer to "E." Then, if you keep pushing, you'll stall. But our bodies are much more intricate machines. When you underfuel your workouts—taking in less energy than you're expending—you'll get indicators that are a lot more vague and subtle,

The article from MSN outlines 15 warning signs that indicate you might not be consuming enough calories or nutrients to support your workout regimen, a condition known as underfueling. Key signs include persistent fatigue, poor recovery after workouts, constant hunger, mood swings, decreased performance, frequent injuries or illnesses, menstrual irregularities in women, sleep disturbances, hair loss, brittle nails, cold intolerance, digestive issues, loss of muscle mass, decreased libido, and an overall feeling of weakness or dizziness. Underfueling can lead to serious health issues like RED-S (Relative Energy Deficiency in Sport), which affects not just physical performance but also mental health, bone health, and metabolic rate. The article emphasizes the importance of balancing energy intake with the demands of physical activity to prevent these adverse effects.

Read the Full Self Article at:
https://www.msn.com/en-us/health/other/15-warning-signs-you-might-be-underfueling-your-workouts/ar-AA1AahUF