Athletes with Eating Disorders

For most of us, exercise is a good thing. It relaxes us and dissipates stress. It recharges our batteries so we can be more productive on the job and more attentive in relationships. In some cases exercise will lengthen our lives and make our sexual relationships more enjoyable.
For some people, however, those benefits are neutralized when exercise pushes everything else to the periphery of life. The well balanced person enjoys home, career, hobbies, friends, physical activity, spiritual interests, and intellectual and cultural pursuits. Such a life is rich and satisfying. When one of these elements, however, dominates the rest, the person becomes unbalanced. If you are concerned about yourself, talk to a coach, trainer, physician, or counselor about how you can regain a healthier perspective.
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