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What Women Athletes Need to Unlock Their Full Potential

Offered By: TED via YouTube

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TED Courses Women's Health Courses Sports Medicine Courses Sports Science Courses

Course Description

Overview

Watch a thought-provoking TED Talk by Kate Ackerman, a sports scientist, athlete, and director of the Female Athlete Program at Boston Children's Hospital. Explore the critical need for a dedicated sports medical system focused on women athletes' health and development. Learn why investing in women's athletic performance goes beyond superficial improvements and requires a comprehensive approach to support lifelong success both on and off the field. Gain insights into the unique challenges faced by female athletes and discover how proper investment in their well-being can unlock their full potential. This 16-minute talk challenges the status quo and advocates for a long-overdue shift in how the sports industry approaches women's athletics.

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What Women Athletes Need to Unlock Their Full Potential | Kate Ackerman | TED


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