A Note to the Readers

The goal of this blog was not to offend any parents or coaches. It was rather to inform you of the dangers of eating disorders. It was also not to say that all parents do the things above but rather a way to show that this can happen to any parent or coach and you need to be prepared for when it does happen. Even before the development of the eating disorder the parents and coaches need to understand the impact that you have on the gymnast. This was meant to build awareness not attack the parents and coaches. Please also understand that any gymnast who was mentioned in this was not used to ridicule their parents or coaches but rather to use them as learning examples for future coaches and parents.