Just as dieting behaviors can snowball into an eating disorder, an obsession with the gym and weight-lifting can lead to bigorexia when combined with low self-esteem and a distorted self-imageDon’t get me wrong, not everyone who loves working out regularly struggles with bigorexia. Swipe right to find out the signs to tell the difference between healthy exercise patterns and disordered behaviors.The biggest challenge in seeking treatment for this population is that often they may be reluctant to seek help. Besides, exercising is often praised within our culture, therefore these individuals may receive external validation for their obsessive and compulsive behaviors.If you or a loved one believe that you might be struggling with muscle dysmorphia, it is important that you reach out for help and support.
