Regular exercise keeps the body on its toes and is the best protection against diseases of civilization such as obesity, diabetes, high blood pressure and elevated blood lipid levels. “Two to three times a week for 30 to 60 minutes of endurance sports, that’s recommended,” also says Dr. Robert Gugutzer from the Chair of Sports … When Sport Becomes an Addiction
For some people, working out can turn into a constant struggle to achieve the ideal body. These include bodybuilders and people with eating disorders. Experts even speak of sports bulimia (bulimia athletica) and sports anorexia (anorexia athletica). Those affected do not vomit or starve themselves, but simply train off the troublesome calories. Gugutzer knows, “Young … Consequences and Therapy of Sports Addiction
Sports addiction or fitness addiction is a behavioral addiction that describes the addictive compulsion to engage in sports or fitness. To date, SPortucht is not officially considered a disease in its own right, although it can certainly be assumed to be a mental disorder. What is sports addiction? In times of passive locomotion, sports are … Sports Addiction: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment
