For Coaches
Hi Coaches!
You have one of the most influential roles in the lives of young athletes.
Your words and actions create the environment where your athletes learn and grow–with a lasting impact that will help shape their physical and mental well-being both on and off the field. It is so important to be aware that research suggests athletes are about three times more likely to develop an eating disorder than non-athletes for a variety of reasons.
You can change this for your athletes with some basic awareness and education on how to create an environment where young athletes can thrive–mentally and physically.
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Are you concerned about an athlete’s food or body image?
POSSIBLE SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS OF AN EATING DISORDER WHAT TO DO IF YOU SUSPECT AN EATING DISORDER IN YOUR ATHLETE […]View Resource
More Resources for Coaches
5 Phrases to Say to Kids and Why They Matter
“Food is the fuel your body and brain need to power your day.” We live in a diet-obsessed culture where kids overhear endless messages about counting calories, restricting food groups, and good or bad foods. Instead, they need to hear more about balance and variety....