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Participants who completed both pre- and post-assessments (N = 14) were included in the analyses. Outcomes included body image, self-esteem, physical activity enjoyment, self-compassion, and anxiety\/depressive symptoms. Prior to analysis, normality of difference scores was evaluated using the Shapiro-Wilk test. Given observed violations of normality and the small sample size, Wilcoxon signed-rank tests were conducted for all pre\u2013post comparisons. Baseline bivariate correlations were also examined. Qualitative data were collected through three semi-structured focus groups and analyzed using inductive thematic analysis.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Results<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>Baseline correlations revealed a positive association between body image and self-esteem, and a negative association between self-compassion and anxiety\/depressive symptoms. Wilcoxon signed-rank tests indicated no statistically significant pre-to-post changes across outcome variables; however, several outcomes showed small-to-medium effect sizes in the expected direction, including body esteem weight (r = .320), PHQ anxiety (r = .348), and self-compassion self-kindness (r = .359). Qualitative findings identified four themes: body image discussions, perceptions of physical activity, connection, and program recommendations. Participants described increased self-love, confidence, and self-kindness; enjoyment of both strength-based and expressive movement; meaningful peer and coach relationships; and a desire for greater autonomy in programming.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Conclusion<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>Findings demonstrate the feasibility and acceptability of a culturally responsive pilot intervention for Black adolescent girls. 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