IS GYM ADDICTION HEALTHY?

IS GYM ADDICTION HEALTHY?

No, an addiction to the gym or physical exercise, known as vigorexia or exercise addiction, is not healthy. Although physical activity is beneficial for your health, addiction can lead to physical and mental health problems.

 

Risks of vigorexia:

• Injuries: Excessive and intense training can lead to muscle and bone injuries.
• Heart problems: Heart rate can increase even at rest, which can be dangerous.
• Eating disorders: Excessive concern with appearance and the desire to achieve an ideal body can lead to anorexia or bulimia.
• Depression and anxiety: Social isolation, lack of rest and obsession with training can contribute to mental health problems.
• Difficulty in relationships: The need to exercise constantly can affect social life and relationships.
• Difficulty in achieving goals: Vigorexia can lead to a feeling of failure and lack of motivation if the expected results are not achieved.

 

How to know if you have vigorexia:

• Compulsive exercise: Feeling the need to exercise even when you are sick or tired.
• Obsessive focus on appearance: Worrying excessively about the size and shape of your body.
• Social isolation: Avoiding social activities and relationships because of exercise.
• Mood swings: Experiencing anxiety, depression, and irritability when unable to exercise.
• Difficulty controlling the amount of exercise: Not being able to reduce the frequency or intensity of exercise.

 

Text taken from the internet.

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