Ever feel like you're getting addicted to exercise

shanlynt
shanlynt Posts: 718 Member
edited November 2024 in Chit-Chat
I got my workout in this morning but I feel like I could go for a run in the park after dinner. It's definately not necessary but I love how I feel when I'm done.
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  • ArtGeek22
    ArtGeek22 Posts: 1,429 Member
    Somewhat. I LOVE working out :love: but you don't want to overdo it and hurt yourself. I think it is because of the hormones that are released into the body give you a rush. But people can get seriously addicted to working out so it you just need to control yourself :smile:

    Cheers to working out and a healthier life :drinker: (from the waterbottle of course!)

    Keep Calm and Carry On,
    Anna
  • lickmybaconcakes
    lickmybaconcakes Posts: 1,063 Member
    yep I'm addicted , have you seen the price of marijuana lately?

    btw you have 666 posts , I commend ye
  • kbmnurse
    kbmnurse Posts: 2,484 Member
    I know how you feel. Go for it.
  • chu604
    chu604 Posts: 353 Member
    I'm totally off If I don't workout. I find its a great place to escape, turn on some tunes and release.
  • Shannon023
    Shannon023 Posts: 14,529 Member
    I wish. :embarassed:
  • shanolap
    shanolap Posts: 1,204 Member
    Yes. Sometimes I get 3 different workouts in a day. I try not to overdo it though.
  • Mallory0418
    Mallory0418 Posts: 723 Member
    Is that a bad thing? :huh: I'm fine with being an exercise addict.
  • stacygayle
    stacygayle Posts: 349 Member
    I wish then maybe I wouldn't try to find excuses not to do it :laugh:
  • lostemt76
    lostemt76 Posts: 136 Member
    I'm totally off If I don't workout. I find its a great place to escape, turn on some tunes and release.

    Got to agree 110% with you.
  • MercenaryNoetic26
    MercenaryNoetic26 Posts: 2,747 Member
    Oh, wow, I forgot what I was gonna say. Nice buns.
  • krissypea79
    krissypea79 Posts: 362 Member
    Totally agree! I was sitting here sort of bored, contemplating going to the gym but I already went this afternoon!!! Worse things to be addicted to for sure!!! :heart:
  • WhittRak
    WhittRak Posts: 567 Member
    Hi my name is Whitney, and I am addicted to working out.
  • reaolliemama
    reaolliemama Posts: 483 Member
    I wish. :embarassed:

    :blushing: :blushing: :blushing: ^^^^THIS^^^:blushing: :blushing: :blushing:
  • onequirkygirl
    onequirkygirl Posts: 303 Member
    It makes sense, look at that body!!

    *mumbles to self* Soon, soon.
  • deadbeatsummer
    deadbeatsummer Posts: 537 Member
    i wasn't. and then i discovered turbofire!
  • love4fitnesslove4food_wechange
    love4fitnesslove4food_wechange Posts: 6,897 Member
    I've definitely thought about it but if exercise is my only *addiction* then i figure I'm in pretty good shape (pun intended)
  • lorro
    lorro Posts: 917 Member
    No :blushing: :ohwell:
  • monica2434
    monica2434 Posts: 88 Member
    I couldn't agree more. I think I'm definitely getting re-addicted again as I use to be when I was younger, and I feel AWESOME. Keep up the good work, you look great girl.
  • JNick77
    JNick77 Posts: 3,783 Member
    I got my workout in this morning but I feel like I could go for a run in the park after dinner. It's definately not necessary but I love how I feel when I'm done.

    Getting addicted... was there a few years ago, I'm done addicted now. LOL
  • janeite1990
    janeite1990 Posts: 671 Member
    yes, not that it shows that much. On the weekend, I finish one workout, eat, and then I'm jonesing for another. During the week, I'm frustrated on days with only one workout. After three workouts on Saturday, I'm frustrated that my body is too tired for another. I just hope it lasts!
  • LauraMacNCheese
    LauraMacNCheese Posts: 7,173 Member
    Alas...no...hence the reason you don't see any "skin pix" of me :embarassed: :embarassed: :embarassed: :embarassed:
  • crispygarcia1
    crispygarcia1 Posts: 1
    I feel the same way, but i almost feel like being addicted to exercise is the best thing to be addicted to! I went to the gym this morning and feel like I could go back again, and the only thing stopping me are these gas prices that dont make it worth it because I know I don't NEED to go again. Yesterday, same thing happened and I went for a run around the neighborhood because the weather was so nice out! Is there such a thing as too much exercise/should I take a rest day? Because quite honestly, I feel terrible if I don't go to the gym everyday....its probably mental but I cant get myself to NOT go no matter how busy I am I always make sure to squeeze in at least half an hour of cardio! Thoughts?
  • love4fitnesslove4food_wechange
    love4fitnesslove4food_wechange Posts: 6,897 Member
    I feel the same way, but i almost feel like being addicted to exercise is the best thing to be addicted to! I went to the gym this morning and feel like I could go back again, and the only thing stopping me are these gas prices that dont make it worth it because I know I don't NEED to go again. Yesterday, same thing happened and I went for a run around the neighborhood because the weather was so nice out! Is there such a thing as too much exercise/should I take a rest day? Because quite honestly, I feel terrible if I don't go to the gym everyday....its probably mental but I cant get myself to NOT go no matter how busy I am I always make sure to squeeze in at least half an hour of cardio! Thoughts?

    Yes, there is a such thing as too much exercise actually. Or rather there is a such thing as "exercise addiction" in a negative sense. Here's some info:

    Recognizing addiction

    The exercise addict has lost his balance: Exercise has become overvalued compared to elements widely recognized as giving meaning in a full life -- work, friends, family, community involvement -- in short, the fruits of our humanity.

    When emotional connections are passed up in favor of additional hours of training; when injury, illness and fatigue don't preempt a workout; when all free time is consumed by training -- exercise addiction is the diagnosis.

    Warning lights for addiction include withdrawal symptoms like anxiety, irritability, and depression that appear when circumstances prevent you from working out.

    To the addict, there is no exception to the rule "the more the better." More training, more hours, more miles, more intensity: more is absolutely always better. Anything that interferes with the lust for more exercise is resented.
  • MizzDoc
    MizzDoc Posts: 493 Member
    Umm sadly no. LOL, I just would rather not exercise at all.

    BUT I am definitely used to it and do feel badly when I miss a workout.
  • ShalisaClam
    ShalisaClam Posts: 190
    Somewhat (if that makes any sense). When I go to bed at night, I am so excited to think of the workout I am going to have the next morning. Then, when the alarm goes off, I just want to hit the snooze button about 20x.

    But I don't. :happy:
  • thankyou4thevenom
    thankyou4thevenom Posts: 1,581 Member
    I hope this happens to me
  • ShalisaClam
    ShalisaClam Posts: 190
    I hope this happens to me

    Just wanted to say I like your avatar. :)
  • Hollsjazzy
    Hollsjazzy Posts: 42 Member
    I love to work out!! Addicted to it yes! ! workout 2-3per day! Today I went for a 15 mile bike ride and a 2.5 mile run!!! Lets face it, There are worse things to be addicted to! =)
  • Farfourah
    Farfourah Posts: 896 Member
    Yes! I love the feeling of running, best stress reliever ever. And a lot more comforting to me than food!
  • sheri02r
    sheri02r Posts: 486 Member
    Actually, yes! I feel bad on a rest day!
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