Ep. 201: Caroline Wickes | Eating Disorders in Climbing

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Written By Kris Hampton
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Eating disorders and disordered eating are a real, but often hidden problem in the sport of climbing, and many of us unwittingly perpetuate the idea that less weight is better. In this episode, Caroline Wickes and I sit down to discuss her personal experiences with eating disorders, as well as the things she learned while researching for her Climbing Magazine article, Weighing In: Does Climbing Need an Eating Disorder Intervention?

If you or a friend are looking for help with an eating disorder you can contact the NEDA Helpline at https://www.nationaleatingdisorders.org/help-support/contact-helpline

The study from Lenae Joubert referenced in the episode can be found at https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33345077/

You can find the documentary film LIGHT at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=thtDQJGrO5s

We don't tweet. We scream like eagles. 

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Kris Hampton

A climber since 1994, Kris was a traddie for 12 years before he discovered the gymnastic movement inherent in sport climbing and bouldering.  Through dedicated training and practice, he eventually built to ascents of 5.14 and V11. 

Kris started Power Company Climbing in 2006 as a place to share training info with his friends, and still specializes in working with full time "regular" folks.  He's always available for coaching sessions and training workshops.

http://www.powercompanyclimbing.com
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