Bigorexia is an addiction. Perfectly formed biceps, every muscle of the abdomen is visible. This is not always something to be proud of. It happens that behind a figure carved in murderous hardship, there is bigorexia, i.e. a disturbed image of one's own body. Bigorectic works out intensively in the gym and focuses only on his own appearance, adheres to a strict diet, overuses steroids and dietary supplements.

Bigorexiaits mechanism resembles anorexia - both diseases begin in the head and end with the destruction of the organism. The season for gymstarts in spring. There are those for whom they become a second home. All this to achieve the perfect body sculpture. But despite spending many hours in excess training, they are still dissatisfied with their muscles. And this is not a passion for a beautiful figure anymore. It's an addiction that doctors call bigorexia.

There is nothing dangerous in the fascination with bodybuilding, as long as it does not act like a drug. Systematic exercises in the gym do not harm the body. On the contrary, they protect against many diseases. As Professor Wiktor Dega, an outstanding Polish orthopaedist, used to say, movement is the best, most perfect remedy for all hopeless cases. Except that the Bigorectic doesn't care about the fitness of the body, which enables the proper functioning of the organism. Doctors estimate that as much as 10 percent. men who train intensively bodybuilding suffer from bigorexia - from completely mild to devastating the body.

Bigorexia, or not accepting your own appearance

Bigorectic wants to achieve the ideal of a figure that does not actually exist. He stands in front of the mirror for hours, stares at every part of his body and still sees a skinny guy that lacks adequate muscle mass or is imperfect in its shape.

It is similar with an anorexic - looking in the mirror, she is also not happy, because she still thinks that she is too fat, although she has been resembling a skeleton for a long time. Undoubtedly, the ubiquitous cult of the body and fashion are conducive to the development of bigorexia. The main cause of the disease is the deepening lack of acceptance for one's appearance. Most of us have this problem, so why don't we get sick?

Among those affected by bigorexia, the greatest number are those who had problems with functioning in a group in their childhoodpeer. They could also have disturbed relationships with close adults (e.g. parents). These types of problems with adolescence do not go away with maturity. Bigorectic shuns people, is focused on himself. He does not expect approval from others. Only he himself could accept his body, but that never happens.

Men suffering from bigorexia abuse anabolic steroids

Bigorektyk does not stop at many hours of training in the gym. More muscle doesn't mean more self-acceptance. To improve the body shape, he uses aids.

Anabolic androgenic steroids were developed as drugs to support recovery after severe injuries. They are synthetic derivatives of testosterone, a male hormone that stimulates the absorption of protein and thus stimulates bone and muscle growth. It is also responsible for the development of external and internal sexual characteristics (low voice, facial hair, very hairy body).

Steroids accelerate the growth of muscle mass, but at the same time block the production of natural testosterone. The result is reduced fertility and potency problems, and growth inhibition in adolescents. Legally anabolic androgenic steroids can be obtained from us only on prescription. This is not the case in practice. The "legal highs" trade is booming. And this despite high pen alties (fines and imprisonment for up to two years).

The massively imported illegal funds come from the East and Egypt. Their production uses veterinary preparations, unknown dyes and hardening compounds. Most cause permanent changes in the body, sometimes leading to death.

Important

Bigorexiais a serious mental disorder that requires specialist treatment. The goal of psychotherapy is to change the way you think about your own appearance and to set yourself more realistic goals. Unfortunately, people affected by bigorexia do not seek help. There are many reasons. First of all, they themselves do not see any problem. They often consider themselves to be a specimen of he alth, although placed in imperfect form. Besides, bigorexics have no friends, no one to talk to about their problems. Usually they just don't want to talk about it either.

Serious diseases are the consequence of bigorexia

The most desirable property of steroids is that they accelerate the conversion of adipose tissue into energy several times (therefore they are banned in amateur sports). The next serving gives the so-called kick, but not only to exercise better. There is so much energy produced that a person becomes aggressive and hyperactive. He gets angry easily, he loses control over himself. When the fury has passed, it's time to be depressedoften so deep that it leads to suicide attempts. It is difficult to get out of this vicious circle, because regular use of steroids is quickly addictive. The use of the so-called supplements, steroids or hormones, without consulting a doctor, provokes the development of many diseases, including liver and lung cancer. The consequence is prostate enlargement or gynecomastia (tissue growth around the nipples) and deterioration of sperm quality. Unwanted symptoms are visible after a few months of using doping preparations. Some lead to permanent kidney and liver damage. Among the "packers", heart attacks and strokes are frequent, because these preparations intensify atherosclerotic changes.

Features of men with bigorexia:

  • False evaluation of your body - a bigorectic is constantly dissatisfied with his appearance. He is not convinced by the assurances of his relatives and gym colleagues that his body is perfect. He thinks it can get even better, but he cannot set the limit where he would like to go.
  • Checking the circuits - this is another manifestation of addiction. Patients constantly measure the circumference of the biceps and chest and compare them with the dimensions of their masters.
  • Rigorous use of a diet - most often it consists in eating high-calorie meals overloaded with protein. They burden not only the gastrointestinal tract, but also the organs that determine the metabolism and metabolism. Lack of fat in food quickly leads to a deficiency of vitamins A, D, E, K. These people do not eat outside, fearing that the meals they are given are inappropriate for them.
  • Disregarding he alth - packers use steroids, although many know perfectly well that they are harmful to their he alth. Achieving an imaginary goal is more important. Even those who miraculously managed to recover from serious he alth problems think so.
  • Isolation from people - social contacts are an unnecessary waste of time for bigorexics. They usually interfere with an intricately structured training plan, force you to talk about small matters.

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