Dr. Kat Schneider: Championing Body Positivity in Sports
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Join Dr. Nicole M. LaVoi as she engages with Dr. Kat Schneider from the Centre for Appearance Research to delve into her specialized work on body image, weight bias, and weight stigma in sports. In this insightful discussion, they highlight Dr. Schneider's applied research, which is conducted with both academic and industry partners to enhance inclusivity and support within sports environments. The episode also focuses on their collaborative project, Body Confident Sport, and its offshoot, Body Confident Coaches—a free digital tool designed to empower coaches. They discuss the development and impact of these initiatives, showcasing how they help foster healthier, more inclusive sports settings. Find out more by visiting the Centre for Appearance Research (https://www.uwe.ac.uk/research/centres-and-groups/appearance) and bodyconfidentsport.com.
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LaVoi, Nicole M; Schneider, Kat. (2025). Dr. Kat Schneider: Championing Body Positivity in Sports. Retrieved from the University Digital Conservancy, https://hdl.handle.net/11299/274645.
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