Anorexia/Eating Disorders/Puking / track?

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Expert: - 5/13/2011


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Hi,
I'm not sure if you would be the right expert to ask about this, so let me know if you wouldn't be.
For the past few weeks I've been throwing up every morning. I started track in March, and now I wake up and throw up whatever I ate for breakfast. This will also happen sometimes during track practice. I never feel sick, I just can't hold my food. Would this be related to having started running?
Thanks.
-E

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I've known some pretty high level athletes who had a condition where they couldn't keep food down and would vomit frequently, even when they weren't exerting.  If there is no medical problem such as a problem with the muscular valve that holds the food in the stomach or other medical problem, I'd look at anxiety and other stress/pressure induced causes.  I counselor could help and especially someone with experience in sport psychology.  It could be due to the physiological stress of your running program, but it's more likely there is something medical or possibly stress related.

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I can answer questions specifically geared towards athletes and their eating issues. I would be able to assist parents or coaches with questions or concerns about disordered eating practices often found in the exercise and sports settings. I also have experience in training and conditioning so I am in a position to discus how the two interrelate.

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I have a bachelor's degree in sports medicine and master's degrees in sport psychology and clinical counseling. I have done counseling with individuals, couples, and families, with specialization in athletes. Past clients have included triathletes, dancers, college cyclists, and Pro Tour cyclists.

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bachelor's degree sports medicine master's degree sport psychology master's degree clinical counseling Nationally Certified Athletic Trainer with NATABOC Nationally Certified Counselor with NBCC Colorado Registered Psychotherapist

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U.S. national team level female athletes High school athletes Semi-pro soccer Pro Tour cyclists Triathletes Dancers

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