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Running addiction.
Debi Živčić Tomić1, Martina Tomić2, Filip Vuletić3,4
1Department for Rheumatology and Rehabilitation, Clinical Hospital Centre Zagreb, Zagreb, Croatia.
The Journal of Sports Medicine and Physical Fitness
|November 30, 2022
Summary
Running can lead to addiction, especially for those using supplements or experiencing frequent injuries. Awareness and education are crucial for managing risks and preventing negative impacts on physical, mental, and social well-being.
Area of Science:
- Exercise Science
- Sports Psychology
- Public Health
Background:
- Running is a popular aerobic activity promoting a healthy lifestyle.
- However, excessive running can lead to addiction, negatively impacting physical, mental, and social functioning.
- Distinguishing between passionate athletes and running addicts is challenging, necessitating community education.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the prevalence of running addiction risk factors in the Croatian population.
- To analyze the relationship between running habits, supplement usage, injuries, and addiction risk.
- To assess the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on running volume.
Main Methods:
- A survey was conducted with 644 Croatian runners (aged 18-75, running >1 year).
- Respondents were grouped by preferred race distance and analyzed for supplement use, injuries, and pandemic impact.
- The Exercise Addiction Inventory (EAI) questionnaire was used to assess addiction risk.
Main Results:
- Runners using supplements and those with frequent injuries reported higher addiction risk.
- Recent runners (1-10 years) and ultra-marathoners (>100 km) used supplements and sustained more injuries.
- Long-term runners (31-42 years) and marathoners (21-42 km) significantly reduced training during the pandemic.
Conclusions:
- Running poses a significant risk for addiction, affecting overall well-being.
- A 25% addiction risk highlights the need for community education on overtraining and prevention.
- Early intervention and seeking help are vital for managing running addiction.
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