Athlete EDGE at EDCare

09/09/2025

Tomorrow’s athletes deserve support today. Athlete EDGE at EDCare now offers specialized eating disorder treatment for athletes ages 13–17. If you or someone you love is navigating the pressures of sport and recovery, you don’t have to face it alone. Help is here! https://ow.ly/Wy8750WU4BA

09/02/2025

Eating disorders are often overlooked in athletes, especially at the high school level. That’s why early intervention is so important and why we support recovery while helping teens stay on track with both academics and athletics.

With the expansion of our Athlete EDGE® program, high school athletes ages 13–17 now have access to a specialized team of therapists, dietitians, and mental performance specialists who understand both the demands of sport and the developmental needs of teens.

Together, we can help student-athletes build resilience, restore balance, and move toward a healthy future in and out of sport.

Learn more: www.athleteEDGE.care

08/25/2025

SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT!

Starting next month, high school athletes will have access to EDCare’s specialized Athlete EDGE® program! Our Adolescent Athlete EDGE program for teens ages 13-17 offers:

- Specialized Support for High School Athletes: Addressing pressures around performance, fueling, and identity in sport.

- Family-Focused Approach: Equipping parents and caregivers with long-term skills and support.

- Academic Coordination: Ensuring student-athletes can maintain progress in school while receiving care.

- Flexible Levels of Care: Including Partial Hospitalization and morning or evening Intensive Outpatient options.

Now assessing - schedule a free, confidential assessment today: www.athleteEDGE.care or call 303-771-0861

08/20/2025

🏅 New Resource for Athletes & Eating Disorders 🏅

Athletes face unique pressures, from body image and performance expectations to recovery and nutrition. That’s why ANAD - National Association of Anorexia Nervosa and Associated Disorders teamed up with Athlete EDGE at EDCare to create a brand-new, athlete-centered resource addressing essential questions on eating disorders in sport:

• What are the signs to watch for in yourself or a teammate?
• Where can athletes go for sport-specific help?
• How can coaches, trainers, and loved ones best offer support?

Our resource delivers clear guidance, easy-to-access support, and trusted information tailored to athletes and those who guide them.

Behind it? A compassionate, multidisciplinary team - from sports dietitians and therapists to medical experts and more - all dedicated to athlete health and healing.

We’re also honored to feature insights from Alice Merryweather, former Olympic Alpine Skier and Athlete EDGE at EDCare Ambassador. She bravely shares her journey through treatment and highlights why athlete-specific care matters and how it made a difference in her journey.

You’re not alone and recovery doesn’t have to come at the expense of your sport. Discover how personalized support can empower you to thrive as both an athlete and a human.

Explore the full toolkit now! https://anad.org/get-informed/athletes-and-eating-disorders/

08/12/2025

Save the Date – October 10 & 11, 2025

Join Athlete EDGE at EDCare and APN Lodge at the Highline Vail Resort for "Recovery in Motion: Breaking Barriers for Athletes with Co-Occurring Disorders."

Vail, CO | 9 FREE CE Credits for mental health providers

Athletes often face invisible battles including substance use, eating disorders, identity struggles, and other mental health concerns. This two-day workshop will equip providers with the tools to recognize these challenges and support athletes in and beyond their sport.

What to Expect:
- Expert-led sessions and practical strategies
- Networking with professionals who share your passion
- Education on the unique mental health needs of athletes

Seats are limited — register today: APN.com/CE

08/10/2025

Eating disorders impact men, including athletes, more than many realize.

In sports like cycling, where weight and performance are closely linked, pressure to be lean can lead to disordered eating and overexercising. Because eating disorders are still seen as a "female issue," many men struggle in silence, often unaware they even need help.

This needs to change. Eating disorders don’t discriminate. Anyone, regardless of gender, can struggle and everyone deserves support. Early recognition, open conversation, and access to inclusive care are essential for recovery.

An anorexia survivor speaks out about cycling's dangerous culture around food and weight

08/08/2025

We are so grateful to everyone who joined us last night for our continuing education event on Safe Exercise at Every Stage (SEES)! Your engagement, thoughtful questions, and commitment to promoting safe, inclusive, and evidence-based approaches to movement made this event truly meaningful.

Whether you’re a healthcare provider, fitness professional, educator, or advocate, your participation helps us move the needle forward in helping individuals establish a balanced and joyful relationship with exercise at every stage of life and recovery.

A special thank you to our speaker, Kate Daley, MA, LPCC, RDN from Athlete EDGE at EDCare and partners at The Eating Disorder Foundation who made this event possible. We look forward to continuing these important conversations and building a stronger, more informed community together!

08/04/2025

Time is running out to register! Join us this Thursday for "Safe Exercise at Every Stage: Guiding Safe Return to Sport for Athletes with Eating Disorders" presented by Athlete EDGE at EDCare in collaboration with The Eating Disorder Foundation.

This is a continuing education event for mental health professionals. Don’t miss this valuable discussion on safe and informed reintegration into athletics. Register now: https://SEES.eventbrite.com

07/30/2025

Next week, join Athlete EDGE at EDCare and the The Eating Disorder Foundation for a continuing education event! Kate Daley, MA, LPCC, RDN will educate mental health professionals on how to assess an athlete’s readiness to safely return to sport after experiencing an eating disorder using Safe Exercise at Every Stage: Athlete (SEES-A).

Don’t miss this important conversation on safe, informed reintegration into sport. Register online: https://SEES.eventbrite.com

07/23/2025

Athlete EDGE at EDCare is excited to co-host an upcoming continuing education event with The Eating Disorder Foundation on Thursday, August 7 at 5pm MT.

Mental health professionals will learn how to assess an athlete’s readiness to safely return to sport after experiencing an eating disorder using Safe Exercise at Every Stage: Athlete (SEES-A).

Kate Daley, MA, LPCC, RDN, from Athlete EDGE at EDCare will walk through:

- Tailoring return-to-sport plans based on recovery stage
- Supporting athletes through collaborative care
- Involving coaches, treatment teams, and support systems for long-term success
- And so much more!

Don’t miss this important conversation on safe, informed reintegration into sport. Register online: https://SEES.eventbrite.com

07/14/2025

Athlete EDGE at EDCare is excited to co-host an upcoming continuing education event with The Eating Disorder Foundation on Thursday, August 7 at 5pm MT.

Mental health professionals will learn how to assess an athlete’s readiness to safely return to sport after experiencing an eating disorder using Safe Exercise at Every Stage: Athlete (SEES-A).

Kate Daley, MA, LPCC, RDN, from Athlete EDGE at EDCare will walk through:

- Tailoring return-to-sport plans based on recovery stage
- Supporting athletes through collaborative care
- Involving coaches, treatment teams, and support systems for long-term success
- And so much more!

Don’t miss this important conversation on safe, informed reintegration into sport. Register online: https://SEES.eventbrite.com

Guiding Safe Return to Sport for Athletes with Eating Disorders

07/11/2025

We’re excited to share that Athlete EDGE at EDCare was featured on the Real Fuel with SLS podcast!

In Episode 46, “Athlete-Specific Care: A Game Changer in Eating Disorder Treatment,” Riley Nickols, PhD, CEDS-C, Senior Program Advisor for Athlete EDGE, discusses why athletes need specialized support when it comes to eating disorder treatment. He covers:

✔️ Why eating disorders in athletes are often overlooked or misdiagnosed
✔️ How parents, coaches, and teammates can approach athletes they're concerned about
✔️ Why standard treatment isn't always effective for athletes
✔️ The role of collaboration in creating a sport-aligned recovery plan
✔️ When higher levels of care are necessary—and how to balance training with healing

Dr. Nickols brings valuable insight into how Athlete EDGE helps athletes recover while honoring their identity in sport.

Listen now: https://ow.ly/KC0h50Wn1zR