The author missed the mark because by attempting to conflate pointing out outlier body types with denigrating all parties involved - both the typical and atypical physiques. She insists that this behavior will lead to mental health issues.
I would contend it does that exact opposite. If we highlight physiques that are “out of the norm” in media/press, it shines a light on the fact there is a biodiversity in sport phenotypes.
For example: If there is an article written about Mugsy Bogues, Nate Robinson, Spud Webb, do we think that causes more mental harm to short basketball players or gives them renewed optimism?
If we talk about Chris Solinsky or Alan Webb being built sturdily - does that reinforce the narrative that runners need to be skinny or provide support that larger frames can achieve top-level running performances?