employee from 01.01.2004 until now
St.Petersburg, St. Petersburg, Russian Federation
St. Petersburg, St. Petersburg, Russian Federation
The purpose of the study is to examine the perception of body image and eating behavior among athletes engaged in dance sport. Research methods and organization. The research methods used included theoretical analysis and synthesis of literature sources, surveys, and methods of mathematical and statistical data processing. Students of P.F. Lesgaft National State University of Physical Education, Sport and Health, St. Petersburg, from various courses specializing in "dance sport," were invited to participate in an online survey consisting of 16 questions aimed at identifying their attitudes toward their bodies within the context of dance sport (dance classes M, S, A and lower, ages 18–22). The anonymous online questionnaire included questions related to the assessment of the dancers' own physiques, determining their body image, dietary habits characterizing their eating behavior, as well as questions regarding subjective evaluations of their partners and themselves. A scoring system was used to assess each characteristic, ranging from a minimum (1 point) to a maximum (5 points). Research results and conclusions. It has been established that the majority of athlete-dancers rely on their body image in sports performances and consider it a key element of their dance presentation. However, there is a contradiction regarding the extent to which participation in dance sport contributes to the formation of a positive or negative body image. An increase in the level of sporting achievements promotes the most adequate and positive perception of one's own and a partner's body image. During adolescence, it is necessary to timely identify potential manifestations of negative body image perception and unhealthy weight-loss and eating behaviors in athletes. There is a clear need to enhance discipline in nutrition and dietary habits to improve competitive performance outcomes. Ensuring the alignment of training and dietary regimen can become key factors in achieving success.
dance sport, body image, self-esteem, eating behavior
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