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Eating Disorders Unit two
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Reading Two High School Star Hospitalized for Eating Disorder
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Ashley Lindermann A high school famous gymnast who was hospitalised for anorexia.
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Gymnastics Requirements of the sport Balance Agility Strength
dedication Gymnastics stars might develop an eating disorder such as ‘anorexia’
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What is Anorexia? People with anorexia have an extreme
fear of weight gain and a distorted view of their body size and shape.
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* As a result, they can't maintain
a normal body weight. * Some people with anorexia restrict their food intake by dieting, fasting, or excessive exercise. *They hardly eat at all — and the small amount of food they do eat becomes an obsession .
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Ashley faced tragic illness as a result of her gymnastics obsession.
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Obsession could have positive results when athletes win an Olympic gold medal.
Obsession could also mean something dangerous.
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Both Tony Hawk and Ashley were obsessed about their sports.
Tony Hawk found success through his obsession,
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while Ashley faced tragic illness as a result of her gymnastics obsession.
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