Body Image for Coaches

As a coach you have the best interest of your athletes in mind.

It's important to understand that in ANY sport where the conditions do not mix well with the individual athlete's life circumstance or attitudes towards food, weight, body image disordered eating can occur.

Some sports might put athletes at an increased risk including the following:

  • Weight-class sports
  • Endurance sports
  • Aesthetic-component sports
  • Body emphasis (non-judged)


Here are some resources to help you understand the issues your athetes may face.


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