What's in a Gym Junkie? Decoding Exercise Addiction
                                
                                
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                                Research indicates that up to 10% of gym attendees may be at risk of exercise addiction, a figure that highlights the complex psychology at play in what's in a gym junkie. The term often describes highly dedicated fitness enthusiasts, but it can mask a psychological reality that differentiates healthy motivation from potentially harmful obsession.