Answer to Question 1
The female athlete triad occurs when a female exercises excessively while consuming too few calories in pursuit of a low weight or body size. The three interrelated conditions that make up the triad are: disordered eating, menstrual dysfunction, and premature osteoporosis. Any female whose menstrual cycles are more than 35 days apart or who misses three menstrual cycles should be evaluated by a physician.
Answer to Question 2
Answers can include six of the following.
If any of these symptoms occur, stop physical activity, get out of the sun, and start drinking fluid:
Decreased perspiration
Cramping
Weakness
Flushed skin
Throbbing head
Nausea/vomiting
Diarrhea
Numbness in the extremities
Blurred vision
Unsteadiness
Disorientation
Incoherency