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Gymnastics Trivia Quiz
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Gymnastics Trivia Quiz

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Why will Ashley Jones not be returning to the gymnastics team this season?

  • Injury from a competition
  • Academic pressure
  • Health concerns (correct)
  • Lack of interest
  • What complications led to Ashley Jones' hospitalization?

  • Bulimia nervosa
  • Binge eating disorder
  • Orthorexia nervosa
  • Anorexia nervosa (correct)
  • According to Dr. Paula Kim, why do gymnasts become obsessed with their weight?

  • To improve flexibility
  • To gain more muscle
  • To boost endurance
  • To perform more skillfully (correct)
  • What did Ashley Jones hope to qualify for?

    <p>The Olympics</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What becomes the mental focus for an anorexic, according to Dr. Paula Kim?

    <p>Food and weight</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Vista High School gymnast Ashley Jones was hospitalized Tuesday for complications related to ______ nervosa.

    <p>anorexia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Her coach, ______ Coyle, says that she will not be returning to the gymnastics team this season.

    <p>Dianne</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Dr. Paula Kim is the director of the Eating Disorders Clinic at ______ hospital.

    <p>Santa Anita</p> Signup and view all the answers

    For athletes, especially gymnasts, the lighter the body, the ______ skillfully she can perform.

    <p>more</p> Signup and view all the answers

    An obsession with weight can lead to extreme dieting, which affects not only the body but also the ______.

    <p>mind</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Anorexia Nervosa and Gymnasts

    • Ashley Jones, a Vista High School gymnast, was hospitalized due to anorexia nervosa complications.
    • As a result, she will not return to the gymnastics team this season.
    • According to her coach, Dianne Coyle, Ashley had Olympic qualification hopes, but her health takes priority.

    Anorexia Nervosa and Athletes

    • It is common for athletes, especially gymnasts, to become obsessed with their weight, leading to anorexia.
    • In gymnastics, a lighter body enables more skilled performances, contributing to the obsession.
    • Extreme dieting resulting from this obsession affects both physical and mental health.

    Anorexia Nervosa Characteristics

    • For anorexics, mental focus narrows down to food and weight.
    • This limited focus can, in some ways, provide a sense of simplicity for anorexics.

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    Take the "Gymnastics Trivia Quiz" to test your knowledge of gymnastics history, famous gymnasts, and major competitions like the Olympics. Challenge yourself with questions about gymnastics equipment, scoring systems, and iconic routines. See how much you know about this dynamic and challenging sport!

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