12. Understanding feedback loops in exercise

Within that scene of the animation, we can see how exercise becomes problematic when it is used as the only way to regulate your mood. Especially when there seems to be no other “tools” to manage this. The individual constantly experiences ‘needing to exercise’ and a ‘vicious cycle’ is set in motion.

Click on the boxes opposite to read more phrases expressing the feeling of ‘I need to exercise’. Think about: Have you heard similar comments in your professional role before?

Click on the boxes below the comments to understand what the possible underlying problems could be.