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Topic: Mind - February 02 2025
The Social Media Squeeze: How Digital Trends Affect Young Athletes

In today's digital age, social media profoundly influences the mental well-being of athletes, particularly women and young girls. We talked to VIS Expert and Mental Performance Coach, Lauren Tashman, and VIS Mentor and race car driver, Erin Vogel, about the effects of social media on body image, performance pressure, teammate comparisons, public scrutiny, and balancing authenticity with expectations.

By: Haneyya Siddiqui

VIS Creator

Erin Vogel

VIS Mentor

& Lauren Tashman, CMPC

VIS Expert

Topic: Mind

February 02 2025

VIS Article_Feed_Social Media Squeeze
In the era of viral hashtags and digital scrutiny, young girls and women athletes face an uncharted territory where social media trends can define their success and self-worth. We explore how these digital pressures impact our mental well-being and tips we can take with us to overcome these expectations. Body Image: Perception Versus Reality Social media images can deeply influence athletes’ perceptions of their bodies, often promoting unrealistic standards. VIS Expert...
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