你的身边有热爱运动健身的人吗？锻炼身体固然对健康有益，但有些人却过分地沉迷于此。
Do you like to keep fit? We're always told that regular exercise is good for our body and mind. More and more people are taking up activities that improve their fitness. But is there a risk some of us might get obsessed1 and overdo2 it?
Well, for some people, fitness has become an obsession3 as they aim for perfection. And fitness trackers and apps can add to this addiction4, especially if someone is driven by achievement and perfectionism. And sharing data on social media means exercising becomes public and competitive, which could cause problems in someone who is vulnerable.
Experts say this can lead to a medical condition called orthorexia nervosa, or addiction to 'healthy' eating and over-exercise. Untreated, it can lead to malnutrition5 and mental health complications. According to a BBC Worklife article: "Research from scientists at University College London in 2017 found that higher Instagram usage was associated with increased lik
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