Wasting away: the influences of weight management on jockeys’ physical, psychological and social wellbeing

摘要: Little research has examined the effects of weight management on jockey’s wellbeing. However, there is a consensus that pervasive weight-loss practices (WLP) in racing industry negatively impact physical, psychological and social The reported herein WLP used by flat-race jockeys their In Study 1, 42 (10 women 32 men) completed questionnaires examining eating behaviour, WLP. 2, six male race day non-race assessments mood were interviewed about experiences. 3, eight (two men); five family members (three wives two fathers); professionals perceptions experiences lives jockeys. Together results studies showed have serious negative physiological, Jockeys experience symptoms life-threatening heat illness, mood, limited interactions strained relationships. Disordered behaviour was common many consistent with DSM IV-TR disorders including Anorexia Nervosa, Bulimia Depression, General Anxiety Disorder Social Phobia. Weight restriction symbolised range other restrictions characterise jockeys’ lives. term, Occupational Weight-Loss (OWLD) coined to describe explain findings. Recommendations reduce harms documented included determining minimum weights, increasing time off, professional advice profession suitability.