Why Don't You Lose 5 Pounds?

Why Don't You Lose 5 Pounds?

A different kind of sports movie.

2025 · 55 min · Documentary

Welcome to the Victory Program, the nation's most intense eating disorder treatment program exclusively for athletes. Through the wins and losses of athletes in Victory, we learn how the fierce drive of these elite athletes contributes to a dangerous mental illness - and may be their key to recovery. Executive produced by and featuring Olympic champion Nancy Kerrigan.

Directed by Chris Blunk

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