摘要：The purpose of this study was to investigate the associations between CrossFit variables (i.e.,skill,length,and frequency) and women’s body image (i.e.,overall and evaluative dimension),self-esteem,and eating behaviours. The study also sought to uncover women’s motivations for participating in CrossFit and reasons for choosing to participate in CrossFit over other exercise environments. Women from five CrossFit affiliates (N = 149,mean age of participants was 34.95 years,SD = 9.16) completed surveys composed of both open- and closeended questions. Four multiple linear regressions revealed that CrossFit skill was positively associated with overall body image,F(3,145) = 8.269,p < .001,and evaluative body image,F(3,145) = 8.487,p < .001,CrossFit length (i.e.,number of months participants have engaged in CrossFit) was negatively associated with disordered eating,F(3,145) = 3.530,p = .017,and no CrossFit variables were associated with global selfesteem,F(3,145) = 2.562,p < .057. Although some differing experiences were reported among women,improving/maintaining physical abilities,challenge,community,and mental health were the most commonly mentioned motivations. Other motivations included for aesthetics/weight management,the presence of programming,and to act as a role model. Thematic analysis also revealed that women chose the CrossFit environment over other exercise environments for its community,sense of inclusion,programming,and challenge. This study provides initial evidence of associations between CrossFit participation and women’s body image and eating behaviours. Although no associations with self-esteem were reported,future research should investigate whether or not specific domains of self-esteem are associated with participation.
