Athletes that participate in a sport that is either focused on body image or one where being smaller is considered and advantage are the ones who are more likely to develop an eating disorder. Examples of such sports are....
*Gymnastics
*Figure skating
*Diving
*Horseback riding (equestrian, racing)
*Dance (Ballet)
Actually, very few athletes have anorexia. It is more common is sports such as dance, gymnastics, cheerleading, diving, and figure skating. This is because, in those sports (along with a few others), appearance counts for a lot and often being smaller (in height and in weight) can put you at an advantage.
no athletes need food for energy, would be more common in the modeling/beauty industry
Usually when they start their career as athletes.
Usually not, no.
It is usually just referred to as "anorexia" or, in slang-terms, "ana".
In extreme cases, but not usually.
Anorexia nervosa usually develops over time, after one or more triggers specific to the individual. It is different for everyone.
Anorexia usually affects 1 in every 250 people. (Girls : Boys, 9 : 1)
Not usually, no.
The possessive noun is athletes', the goal of the athletes.
Track athletes can vary how long they work. Usually everyday 2 to 3 hours.
The scientific name for anorexia nervosa is Anorexia nervosa.
a balanced diet usually,lots of protein and carbs