Body Image in Athletes Compared to Non-Athletes

Authors

Madeleine R. ScottFollow
Yara AliFollow
Hana SokolovicFollow
Jenny GlennFollow

Publication Date

Fall 11-24-2025

College

College of Sciences & Mathematics

Department

Psychological Science, Department of

SURS Faculty Advisor

Jessica Hocking

Presentation Type

Metadata Only

Abstract

This current study examines the relationship between student athletes and body image. Current research demonstrates that body image has become a growing concern regarding young adults, yet few studies have investigated whether there is a relationship between body image and being a student athlete, specifically regarding their body dissatisfaction, negative eating behaviors, social comparison, and self-objectification. In this study, ninety (N= 90) students at Belmont University participated in a survey that assessed their body dissatisfaction, negative eating behaviors, social comparison, and self-objectification. Of our total participants, twenty eight (N= 28) reported to be part of a student athlete organization, while sixty one (N= 61) were not part of a student athlete organization. These surveys were provided by previously established measures. Results of independent samples t-tests indicated that there is no relationship between student athletes and body image. Limitations of the study are discussed.

Recommended Citation

Scott, Madeleine R.; Ali, Yara; Sokolovic, Hana; and Glenn, Jenny, "Body Image in Athletes Compared to Non-Athletes" (2025). Science University Research Symposium (SURS). 244.
https://repository.belmont.edu/surs/244

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