What Will Be Covered
Learning Objectives
Defining Diet Culture
Amplification in High-Performance Environments
The Illusion of "Discipline" and "Professionalism"
Red Flags
Risks: Physical, Psychological, and Performance
Identity, Body Image, and Self-Worth in Athlete Development
Disordered Eating vs. Eating Disorders in Sport
Team-Wide Beliefs & Language
Social Dynamics of Food and Body Conversations
Common vs Normal
Fat Club
Performance vs. Appearance
Consequences of Food Rules, Weigh-Ins, or Commentary
Language & Practices
Navigating and Challenging Professionally
Communication Strategies
Interdisciplinary Alignment
Reflection Guide for MDT
Recognising Bias and Blind Spots
Power, Trust, and Responsibility
Internalised Diet Culture in Practice
