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A Practitioner's Guide to Identifying, Assessing, and Managing Gut Issues in Athletes
Ricardo J S Costa1, Stephanie K Gaskell1
1Nutrition Dietetics & Food, Monash University, Melbourne, Australia.
Exercise-induced gastrointestinal syndrome causes common symptoms in athletes. A structured, four-phase approach helps manage these symptoms and potential underlying medical risks.
Area of Science:
- Sports Medicine
- Gastroenterology
- Exercise Physiology
Background:
- Exercise-associated gastrointestinal symptoms are prevalent in athletes.
- These symptoms can impair performance or signal serious health issues.
- Understanding exercise-induced gastrointestinal syndrome is crucial for athlete well-being.
Purpose of the Study:
- To provide a professional practice guide for managing exercise-induced gastrointestinal syndrome.
- To outline identification, assessment, intervention, and monitoring strategies.
- To propose a structured athlete support pathway.
Main Methods:
- Narrative review of recent advancements in exercise gastroenterology.
- Development of a four-phase athlete support pathway.
- Emphasis on evidence-informed prevention and management strategies.
Main Results:
- A structured approach can reduce exercise-associated gastrointestinal symptoms.
- The proposed pathway aids in identifying and managing gastrointestinal issues during exercise.
- This method may mitigate underlying medical risks.
Conclusions:
- Effective management of exercise-induced gastrointestinal syndrome is vital for athletes.
- A systematic, multi-phase approach enhances athlete support.
- Further research in exercise gastroenterology can optimize performance and health.
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