9. Body Image, Eating Disorders, and Youth Sports with Barbara Reese

In this impactful episode of The Sports Mom Playbook, hosts Rachel and Yaritza explore the crucial topic of body image and body positivity for young athletes. Joined by Barbara Reese, a leading expert in eating disorders and mental health, the conversation offers valuable insights for parents, coaches, and anyone invested in the well-being of children in sports. Barbara shares her wealth of experience, including over 25 years in practice and her journey from the competitive world of ballet to founding Resilience Therapy. Together, they explore:

• The cultural and social pressures shaping body image in today’s youth.
• Warning signs of unhealthy eating habits and how to intervene early.
• Practical tips for parents to foster body positivity and healthy eating habits at home.
• The role of schools, coaches, and families in creating supportive environments.

This episode tackles tough but necessary conversations, offering actionable advice to empower families in promoting resilience and self-esteem in their young athletes.🎧 Tune in, subscribe, and share to join the conversation that every sports mom needs to hear!

Barbara Reese is a Pediatric and Adolescent Eating Disorder Specialist and Dance/Movement Therapist. Her practice, Resilience Therapy, has dedicated the last 3 decades to the Prevention and Treatment of Eating Disorders and Body Image Dissatisfaction in youth and young athletes. Ms. Reese has presented widely to schools, hospitals, and many teams and organizations in the sports and dance world. She has helped active pre-teens, teens, and college students, from ballet dancers to wrestlers, enhance their relationship to food, their body image, and their self-esteem. 

Connect with Reese: https://resiliencetherapy.com/

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