Mental Health Nonprofits Host Celebrity Athlete Panel on Eating Disorders, Body Image on April 24th

Apr 17, 2021

WNBA Center Imani McGee-Stafford, 12 Minute Athlete Creator Krista Stryker, Former MLB Player Mike Marjama and Choreographer Alex Little to share personal stories of mental health, self-image and healing during Rock Recovery and Breaking the Chains Foundation virtual panel event.

LOS ANGELES: For many athletes and dancers, the pressure to perform at peak athletic perfection can be the start of a dangerous battle with body image and mental health issues. To address this problem, Rock Recovery and Breaking the Chains Foundation are hosting a conversation on eating disorders, mental health, and self-image with WNBA Center Imani Mcgee-Stafford, 12 Minute Athlete Creator Krista Stryker, Former MLB Player Mike Marjama and Choreographer Alex Little on April 24th at 11:00 AM PST.

All proceeds from Eating Disorders and Body Image: Inside the World of Dancers and Athletes will support individuals seeking recovery, community and healing from eating disorders through Rock Recovery and Breaking the Chains Foundation.

This 90-minute panel will include:

Inspirational stories of healing and recovery from celebrity athletes
Tips to offer support for those navigating their recovery journey
Light movement activities to connect to the body and create balance
Q & A time with speakers and therapist Elise Thibodeaux, LPC, CEDS-S
Chance to win a raffle prize from the sponsors below

This event is open to parents, athletes, dancers, students or any individuals 15 years or older who are interested in learning more about navigating mental health and body image through the experience of dancers and athletes. Tickets are $10 and interested participants can register on Eventbrite here.

Sponsors and raffle donors for this event are Eating Recovery Center, All Aspects Apparel, Planet Breeze, IlluminaTe Dance & Art Center and Recovery Box.