Athletes Versus Non-Athletes
Contrary to both body image (This is the first study to examine body shame responses in athletes versus
non-athletes (Second, the varsity athletes in the current study were at a lower competitive
level (e.g., interuniversity) compared with previous studies that examined more
elite level athletes (e.g., national endurance athletes), thus potentially
reporting greater psychological responses. Finally, the non-athletes in the current study reported high levels of physical
activity and met recommended weekly physical activity guidelines for adults
(These studies together help to highlight the complicated relationship that exists
between athletes and their body image and supports the existing evidence
suggesting that athletes experience body image concerns and respond to social
evaluation of the physique (