Do you think that people who do an excess of sports, do it to fill in a lack of smthng?

[archiz]

I am not talking about the people exercising in a competetive level.
I know some people exercise like 2 to 3h every day, to let go of the frustration, to fill in the blank and to get lost in the action etc.. And the satisfaction afterwards is like sex since your body releases endorphins etc etc

[rebekahj391]

Yesss. I used to run 8 miles a day and I even ran 12 miles in one stint once when I was really stressed out. Exercise releases endorphins and runners highs are awesome. It also gives you something to focus on, gives you a better body image, etc.

My depression went away as soon as I started running and found a new job 😊

[akadatank44]

Glad your better now! 😊😘

[archiz]

Well I am glad you re feeling better now^^

[rebekahj391]

Thank you both 🙂

[archiz]

Ya wlc

[zorro8888]

This won't apply to everyone, but I think some people might do it so they can prove to themselves or anyone else who doubted them that they are good enough.. basically a way of venting and channeling frustration.

[archiz]

exactly

[zorro8888]

Merci <3

[archiz]

de rien bebe <3

[Hans222]

I think often it's also that tendency to want to do more and more, the "look what I can do mommy" tendency :o
If this year I can ride 120 km on my bike, next year it has to be 150!

[archiz]

that s true you always want to surpass yourself and push your limits

[Hans222]

And... whoops... push your body over the limits :-(
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[Anonymous]

Well I have a history of medical issues in my family tree. Heart disease (I have high blood pressure) diabetes (got type 1) and depression. I exercise to keep all of those in check.

[archiz]

well dayem :/
well bravo for taking care of yourself^^

[sangredelosreyes]

no, cos they like it.

or not like your fat arse..

[archiz]

what do you mean by the 2nd phrase?
and actually a lot of people do it to fill in a void. that s a fact.

[sangredelosreyes]

they don't. it's like being fit and having a hobby, or keeping occupied.

[archiz]

that too. but I am telling you, from experience that some do.

[sangredelosreyes]

i disagree. if they do they have other issues, alone it's nothing.

[archiz]

man... why are you being stubborn about it.
people use sports to release frustration. Like when people play an instrument, or paint or sex or drugs...
why is it so hard to believe?
Especially if the person is working way harder than he needs

[sangredelosreyes]

not stubborn, just my opinion on the issue.

[archiz]

you reckon? why did we ever talk before?

I never accused of anthng jeez relax man. I am just having a conversation with you and explaining to you that what you feel or need doesn t necessarily imply to others so people might use sports for other purposes like myself.

[sangredelosreyes]

eh? not sure, but then it's pretty obvious this is the case. haha.

[orphan]

that's one of the main reasons why a lot of people exercise.

[orphan]

a lot of people like riding their bicycle to work because once they arrive, they're awake, ready to go.. and feeling good.

[orphan]

i wouldn't say a lot* i meant the people that do. o. O

[akadatank44]

They get a high. Look up runners high.

[rebekahj391]

I can vouch for this 👌🏼 makes it hard to sleep if I go for a late run though. That's the only downfall

[archiz]

@rebekahj391 yes I know about it :p
Same thing with me when I go late to gym :/

[akadatank44]

Haha I am sorta smart 😛 @rebekahj391

[vekin]

You can over do it yes