Exercise Addiction.

... Exercise Addiction Exercise is an enjoyable way to relieve stress and increase energy levels, however, when involvement becomes intense, exercise can turn into an addiction that must be performed every day. If an exercise-addicted person cannot exercise, he or she will experience a great deal of guilt and anxiety over the inactivity. Not being able to exercise causes severe depression. Problems at home, work, and with relationships occur. "Psychological and/or physical dependence on a regular regime of exercise characterized by withdrawal symptoms after 24 to 36 hours". - quoted from www.personal.psu.edu There are two types of Exercise Addiction Positive Addiction: (healthy habit) Negative Addiction: (exercise controls one's life) Only a small percentage of people have a negative addiction. Symptoms and signs: - Exercising to the detriment of every other element of their lives - Exercising despite serious physical injuries - Missing work, school, and time with loved ones in order to exercise - Depression, low self-esteem, repressed

want to read more? →