Weight Stigma in Sports
Weight stigma is deeply ingrained in youth sports, often going unrecognized by young athletes. This bias not only affects who gets to participate but also influences athletes' mental and physical health, leading to issues like excessive exercise and eating disorders. The normalization of weight control expectations creates an environment where children may struggle to see the harm in these experiences, ultimately undermining the positive potential of sports.In this clip
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Burnt Toast by Virginia Sole-Smith
“Good Athletes Control Their Weight."
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