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Eating Disorders Online > Types of Eating Disorders > Compulsive Exercising > Negative Effects of Compulsive Exercising
Negative Effects of Compulsive Exercising
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The negative effects of compulsive exercising can be physical and emotional. A person may see deterioration of their personal relationships as a result of their compulsions and frsutrations or failure at work or school. Social isolation is common amongst those exercising compulsively as all available time is scheduled with physical activity, usually alone.
The physical risks can be severe. A person can become unaware of dehydration or more seriously be affected by natural elements such as heat or cold and suffer heat stroke or frostbite, respectively. Compulsive exercising can lead to insomnia, depression, fatigue, and anxiety. Physical side effects include muscular atrophy and skeletal injuries such as shin splits, bone fractures, arthritis, or damage to cartilage and ligaments. Too much exercise can lead to the release of excessive free radicals, which have been linked to cellular mutations and cancer. Females may cease menstruation, a condition called amenorrhea.
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Negative Effects of Compulsive Exercising
In this Article:
- Compulsive Exercise Disorder
- How Can Exercise Be Unhealthy?
- Is Your Regiment Healthy?
- Negative Effects of Compulsive Exercising
The negative effects of compulsive exercising can be physical and emotional. A person may see deterioration of their personal relationships as a result of their compulsions and frsutrations or failure at work or school. Social isolation is common amongst those exercising compulsively as all available time is scheduled with physical activity, usually alone.
The physical risks can be severe. A person can become unaware of dehydration or more seriously be affected by natural elements such as heat or cold and suffer heat stroke or frostbite, respectively. Compulsive exercising can lead to insomnia, depression, fatigue, and anxiety. Physical side effects include muscular atrophy and skeletal injuries such as shin splits, bone fractures, arthritis, or damage to cartilage and ligaments. Too much exercise can lead to the release of excessive free radicals, which have been linked to cellular mutations and cancer. Females may cease menstruation, a condition called amenorrhea.
Compulsive Exercising Resources
Compulsive Exercising Resources
