The Relationship Between Body Image and Athletic Identity in Dancers
Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine
Published online on June 17, 2026
Abstract
Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6_suppl5, June 2026.
Background:Athletic identity is the degree to which an athlete’s self-identity is tied to their role as an athlete [1]. Higher levels have been shown to protect against burnout but can lead to greater mental health concerns following injury [2]. Dance is ...
Background:Athletic identity is the degree to which an athlete’s self-identity is tied to their role as an athlete [1]. Higher levels have been shown to protect against burnout but can lead to greater mental health concerns following injury [2]. Dance is ...