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What is ‘IDEAL’ anyways? Females in sport held to a high standard, by themselves and others.
by Brittney P. Female athletes face scrutiny for being ‘in shape’ and the ‘perfect weight’, while playing sports, especially aesthetically pleasing sports like dance, gymnastics or swimming for example (Kantanista et al., 2018). Elite athletes are harsher on themselves and … Continue reading
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Tagged body image, eating disorders, female sport, girls, Self-esteem
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Promoting Healthy Body Image and Healthy Practices
By Meagan F. It should be no shock that both males and females face dissatisfaction with their bodies on a regular basis. It should also be no shock that these self-criticisms and peer evaluations emerge during adolescence. While females are … Continue reading
Youth Development Through Recreation and Sport 