The Hidden Struggles of Endurance Athletes with Stephanie Roth-Goldberg

About this episode

The episode discusses the relationship between endurance sports and eating disorders with psychotherapist Stephanie Roth-Goldberg.

In this episode, Coach Amanda and Coach Nick explore the complex relationship between endurance sports and eating disorders with psychotherapist Stephanie Roth Goldberg. We discuss signs, prevention, and how coaches and athletes can foster healthier practices. We talk about the difference between disordered eating and eating disorders and how we can all work together as a team to help support athletes as they work through these issues. (00:00) Introduction to the Podcast and Guest (04:31) Understanding Eating Disorders in Endurance Sports (07:14) Disordered Eating vs. Eating Disorders (10:16) The Impact of Eating Disorders on Athletes (12:57) Recognizing Signs of Disordered Eating (16:11) The Role of Coaches in Athlete Health (18:59) High Performance and Mental Health (21:47) The Importance of Proper Nutrition (24:49) Social Media's Influence on Eating Habits (27:32) Resources for Healthy Eating (33:44) Understanding Healthy Training from a Psychological Perspective (39:29) Navigating Medical Clearance and Recovery in Sports (51:20) Seeking Help: When to Consult a Therapist or Dietitian (55:00) Personal Insights: Advice and Surprises in Therapy Stephanie Roth-Goldberg is a…

People in this episode

Hosts: Coach Amanda, Coach Nick

Guest: Stephanie Roth-Goldberg

Topics covered

• endurance sports
• eating disorders
• disordered eating
• athlete health
• nutrition
• mental health
• coaching

Keywords

• endurance athletes
• eating disorders
• disordered eating
• athlete support
• nutrition
• mental health
• coaching

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