Sub theme

Code

Trainer-client relationship

Poor quality relationship

Limited frequency of contact

Communication

Hidden and secretive nature of disordered eating

Masking behaviours

Clothing

Taboo topic

Lack of honesty

Misconceptions around disordered eating

Female-only problem

Thinness concomitant with disordered eating

Centrality of appearance related concerns

Poor nutrition as a result of lack of knowledge

Confidence

Lack of experience

Lack of education or resources

Availability of support