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Athlete EDGE

Athlete EDGE

The following blog posts support our Athlete EDGE program, which provides intensive, compassionate eating disorder care from professionals who understand the world of sport and the challenges athletes face.

Why Student-Athlete Mental Health Matters

Why Student-Athlete Mental Health Matters This week (October 3-10, 2026), we recognize Student-Athlete Mental Health Week and the importance of supporting student-athletes as people, not just performers. For student-athletes, the pressure to succeed can come from many directions. They may be working to perform at their best while balancing academics, relationships, [...]

2026-10-07T08:40:31-06:00
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Offseason Recovery: Strengthening Athletes’ Return to Sport Through Eating Disorder Treatment

Offseason Recovery: Strengthening Athletes’ Return to Sport Through Eating Disorder Treatment By the Athlete EDGE at EDCare Team, with contributions from Kate Daley, MA, LPCC, RDN, Primary Therapist, and Taylor Smith, MA, Mental Performance Coach  For athletes, the offseason is often seen as a time to rest, refine skills, and prepare for [...]

2026-03-23T18:22:05-06:00
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Athlete Mental Health Week: Breaking the Silence on Eating Disorders in Sports

Athlete Mental Health Week: Breaking the Silence on Eating Disorders in Sports As Athlete Mental Health Week reminds us, the mental health struggles athletes face often go unseen, even by those closest to them. Among college students, 33% experience significant symptoms of depression, anxiety, or other mental health conditions, yet only 30% [...]

2026-07-01T09:42:42-06:00
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Athlete EDGE® at EDCare Ambassador Alice Merryweather Share Her Struggle with an Eating Disorder

Former Olympian Alice Merryweather Share her Struggle with an Eating Disorder In a heartfelt interview with 9News, former Olympic skier and Athlete EDGE® Ambassador, Alice Merryweather shared her personal battle with an eating disorder, bringing much-needed attention to the mental health challenges faced by athletes. After the high of competing in the [...]

2026-03-23T18:43:24-06:00
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Athlete EDGE® at EDCare Ambassador Alice Merryweather Raises Awareness About Eating Disorders in Sports

Former Team USA Skier Spreading Awareness about Eating Disorders in Sports Dr. Mark Allen, MD from EDCare and Athlete EDGE® Ambassador, Alice Merryweather, who recently retired from the USA Olympic Alpine Ski team, sat down with Denver7 to discuss eating disorders in sport. Dr. Allen and Alice are raising awareness about athletes struggling [...]

2026-03-24T17:53:52-06:00
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9 Warning Signs that ED Recovery, Athlete Mental Health & Performance Have Been Compromised

Reading time: 5 minutes A student athlete’s mental health, especially while recovering from an eating disorder, is never 100% predictable. While athletic staff can hope for their student to recover without incident, discussion around the reality of relapse should be prioritized to help prepare for and support an athlete in the event that relapse [...]

2026-03-26T05:16:33-06:00
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The Dangers of an Eating Disorder on Student Athlete Performance

The Dangers of an Eating Disorder on Student Athlete Performance Reading time: 5 minutes Student-athletes face tremendous pressure and the transition from high school or club sports to collegiate athletics can exacerbate this pressure. A change in an environment, being away from primary support systems, developing a relationship with a new coach [...]

2026-03-26T05:29:44-06:00
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Student Athletes & Body Image: How ED Can Develop with the New NCAA Name, Image & Likeness Rules

Student Athletes & Body Image: How ED Can Develop with the New NCAA Name, Image & Likeness Rules Reading time: 5 minutes In the Summer of 2021, the NCAA announced its intention to allow student athletes across the country to benefit from their name, image, and likeness while still enrolled in school. [...]

2026-03-26T08:50:15-06:00
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Athletes, Mental Health, and Eating Disorders

Athletes, Mental Health, and Eating Disorders Athletes are under a tremendous amount of pressure both physically and mentally, yet stigma deters many from seeking help when they need it.  The Olympics are the holy grail for professional athletes. Athletes train their bodies to accomplish the unexpected and the near-impossible. Their bodies, minds, and spirits [...]

2026-03-26T08:58:47-06:00
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The Psychology of Eating Disorders and the Athlete Identity

The Psychology of Eating Disorders and the Athlete Identity Roaring Fork Mental Health Professionals Meeting EDCare strives to raise awareness about the growing impact eating disorders have on athletes and performers not only from a psychological perspective, but nutritional as well. On June 21, 2017, EDCare had the opportunity to join our partner, Aspen Strong, [...]

2023-09-04T11:10:15-06:00
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