All articles tagged with #exercise addiction
George Mycock's story highlights muscle dysmorphia, a mental health condition where individuals obsess over becoming muscular, often leading to excessive exercise, disordered eating, and serious psychological and physical health risks. The article emphasizes the importance of recognizing the disorder, understanding societal pressures, especially on young men, and seeking professional help for recovery.
The author shares their journey of struggling with exercise addiction, which began as a pursuit of fitness but turned into a relentless obsession with pushing their physical limits. Despite exhibiting symptoms of exercise dependence, they found little understanding or support within addiction medicine and therapy. Only when the consequences became intolerable did they begin to address their overtraining, leading to a more balanced approach to exercise.
The author reflects on the consequences of neglecting their body in their youth, particularly through an unhealthy addiction to exercise and eating disorders. Now experiencing knee pain and physical limitations, they are learning to listen to their body and prioritize self-care. Despite the challenges, they are embracing the opportunity for growth and healing, recognizing the importance of honoring their past and accepting their body as it is.