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Hooked on a Good Thing
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Courtesy SDNN.com
I wrote an article recently for San Diego News Network about exercise addiction. It would seem that being an exercise addict is a good thing, but as I’ve learned personally, it could result in overuse injuries that can sideline you from what you love to do…
Hooked on a good thing: when exercise becomes addictive
Exercise…if you were going to have an addiction, it seems like this would be a good one to have. Exercise gives you a healthy high. It’s not illegal. And doing it can keep you fit.
But when a routine sweat session turns into an obsession, there is a problem.
While the rest of the country fights to combat the skyrocketing rate of obesity, there’s trouble quietly brewing in the opposite corner. It is called “exercise addiction,” and those who suffer from it often push the boundaries of what is considered safe exercise.
I am 61 and I just recently quit smoking and started walking again. I also own a total gym. My question is where can I get a pictorial of the exercises that I should be doing. I would love to put myself onto a regular schedule. I walk for 1 hour every day without fail. I have become addicted to the time I spend outside listening to my ipod pound out some great music while I sweat and soak up the great out-of-doors. I figure if I can become addicted to the walking I should at least try and incorporate some type of weight training into my schedule. Any help greatly appreciated.
John,
Thank you for writing. Congratulations on kicking your smoking habit! We’d like to help you on your new healthy journey. Follow this link to our Total Gym Education page http://www.efisportsmedicine.com/home/education/. You’ll find an Exercise Library, Videos and Work Along Demos. The Exercise Library lists Total Gym exercises by body part with start and end positions for each movement. Keep us posted on your progress!
In good health,
Tom C.