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I think it's the same. I struggled with compulsive exercise- most of which I don't enjoy, I work through pain/injuries and the compulsion to workout/guilt if I don't leads to all kinds of intense emotions.
The question is, would the emotions be there anyway? Obviously there is a driving force behind the exercise, whether it's anxiety or depression (or anything else) so maybe the guilt from NOT exercising is the same feelings manifested in another way? Just a thought.
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Posted by Lindsey J.
Is working out like other addictions?
Anorexia athletica is when people feel like exercise = life. Most will work out intensely even if they are injured or sick. When not in exercise mode, these people feel ashamed and guilty.
Any thoughts/comments?