Instructing An Athlete With Obesity

With current activity levels and lifestyle factors, childhood and adult obesity continues to be a growing concern in the UK. Excess weight can have a significant impact on an athlete’s quality of life, both physically and mentally. This programme will help you better understand the challenges faced by athletes living with obesity and provide practical guidance on how to support their health, wellbeing and participation in sport. It aims to help you create an inclusive, positive and enjoyable environment where every athlete feels supported and able to take part. Content Warning: In this program it will discuss the challenges people with obesity go through. While the material and information is presented in an educational and sensitive manner, some subjects may be emotionally challenging for some learners.