Hooked on Exercise: How to Understand and Manage Exercise AddictionThe authors discuss the causes of exercise abuse and how to get the maximum benefits from a regular exercise program without crossing the line to unhealthy amounts of activity. |
Contents
An Addiction Like Other Addictions | 9 |
Exercise as an Avoidance Behavior | 25 |
ObsessiveCompulsive Exercisers | 47 |
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