A runner says he became consumed by a fitness addiction. He spiralled into anxiety, became sleep deprived. The 40-year-old was signposted to the NHS where he regained control. Expert: search traffic for fitness addiction has increased in recent months.
More than 57,000 people seek help from their exercise addiction page. "if fitness has overtaken your everyday joy sources, then a problem has developed," says therapist. He says men should feel comfortable reaching out to support when they need it.
Personal trainer dafydd says calorie counting apps can become 'highly addictive' he urges people to seek help if it starts to become an unhealthy relationship. He says social media is a 'double-edged sword' when helping people to stay fit.
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