Just out of fun and curiosity, I decided to look up warning signs of addictions. Now many people have told me that I have an obsession or that I'm crazy - I tend to look at it as being dedicated and driven, but to each their own. Anyways, I have a theory that everyone is addicted to something. We may not be in control of our addictive tendencies, but we can be in control of what we're addicted to. Anyways here's a little self-help survey to help you determine if you have a problem:
I have missed important social obligations and family events in order to exercise.
I have given up other interests, including time with friends, in order to make more time to work out.
Missing a workout makes me irritable and depressed.
I only feel content when I am exercising or within the hour after exercising.
I like exercise better than sex, good food, or a movie -- in fact there's almost nothing I'd rather do.
I work out even if I'm sick, injured, or exhausted. I'll feel better when I get moving anyway.
In addition to my regular schedule, I'll exercise more if I find extra time.
Family and friends have told me I'm too involved in exercise.
I have a history (or a family history) of anxiety or depression.
Apparently if you say 'yes' to three or more of these, you have a problem. I won't even tell you where I fell in...but don't worry about me, I can quit anytime I want.
And this one is for the lady at the gym who had something to say about every exercise in Saturday's class...
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