BODY IMAGE
Do you find yourself comparing your body to others? Do the stressors of social media, transitions, or sport influence how you picture yourself? Ask for support and develop healthy habits as you navigate through life’s challenges.
“Remember that your body is built for a specific purpose and for the pleasure of playing the game that you love.” - Ella Easti
resources
NCAA Bodies in Motion: An Evaluation of a Program to Support Positive Body Image in Female Collegiate Athletes
Voice In Sport Podcast Episode 37. Elyse Kopecky 2 X NY Times Best Selling Author Experience & Food Philosophy.
Elyse, now an opponent of restrictive diets, supporting sustainable nourishment for runners, expresses “Don't stress about the small moments because they'll all add up to big moments.”
Voice In Sport Podcast Episode 26. Ella Eastin - Your Body is Your Power - Fuel It the Right Way.
Ella Eastin, Professional Swimmer, World University Games Gold Medalist, VIS League™ She openly discusses the barriers she overcame in finding the right way to fuel her body and her journey to forming a positive relationship with her body and sport.
"BodyLove: Learning to Like Our Looks and Ourselves," by Rita Freeman, PhD-work towards self acceptance, accepting normal fluctuations in weight, and putting energy in prioritizing things in your life.