A small charity for young people with low bone density

What

Talks and resources on conditions affecting bone density in young people and athletes, including Relative Energy Deficiency.

Who

By physiotherapists, for everyone. Our resources are aimed at athletes, healthcare professionals, coaches, and those with long term conditions that impact bone density.

Why

Low bone density in young people affects injury risk, puts limitations on how you live, and has long term implications. Through education, we can help prevent, identify and support those with low bone density.

  • “It was fantastic to have Matt and Meg talk to and educate our student-athletes on the value of having a positive energy balance and the risk of REDs in adolescent athletes! Highly recommend!”

    Andrew Pembleton,

    Director of Sport at Shrewsbury School

  • Speaking about a talk to students on Relative Energy Deficiency in Sport: "It was invaluable"

    Sofie Suckley

    Director of Sport at Oswestry School

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View fullsize With the London Marathon coming up soon, Harry has been busy training. Swipe across to see how he is getting on! #relativeenergydeficiencyinsport #londonmarathon #youngbonesstrongfuture
View fullsize The LEAF-Q is one of the most popular screening tools for REDs, but it’s important to consider its validation and suitability.
View fullsize Happy new year from the Young Bones family! We’ve picked out some highlights from the year and want to thank you all for your continued support. All the best for 2025 !
View fullsize What effects does Low Energy Availability have on Male athletes? This 2024 paper from Holtzman et al explore this and provide a great insight into how men may experience REDs! #relativeenergydeficiencyinsport #bonebrief
View fullsize Last week we had a fantastic day speaking to the students of Oswestry School about Relative Energy Deficiency in Sport! Thank you for hosting us in your incredible venue!! @oswestryschoolsport #relativeenergydeficiencyinsport
View fullsize Exciting news for the 2025 London Marathon! Harry will be representing Young Bones Strong Future. “Sport has always been a cornerstone of my life. I entered the London marathon in 2022 but an unfortunate IT band injury meant I didn’t fi
View fullsize How do your donations help! Follow the link in our bio to donate #relativeenergydeficiencyinsport #REDs #osteoporosis
View fullsize Had a great evening speaking at Shrewsbury School yesterday. It’s great to have the opportunity to discuss REDs with young people and to see such a forward thinking attitude in a school. Through education on REDs we will create a new generation

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Your donations help to:

  • Provide educational talks

  • Create resources

  • Support young people with low bone density