Journal of nutritional science and vitaminologyHumansFemaleGymnasticsBody Mass IndexBody Image
High Proportions of Low Body Mass Index and Menstrual Dysfunction among Rhythmic Gymnasts: Association with Body Image Distortion and Eating Behaviors and Attitudes.
Kayo Yoshitani-Kuwabara, Yukina Yumen, Yumi Takayama, Natsuho Kitayama, Narumi Nagai
Published: 202510.3177/jnsv.71.519
Abstract
In aesthetic sports, a visually appealing physique is often deemed advantageous; however, excessive dietary restrictions may lead to health risks. We hypothesized that rhythmic gymnasts exhibit higher proportions of low body mass index (low BMI, <18.…
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