June 25, 2026 · The British journal of psychiatry : the journal of mental science · DOI: 10.1192/bjp.2026.10703

Potential for compensatory exercise engagement among individuals seeking weight loss: implications for eating disorder prevention and healthy activity promotion

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The authors investigate the risks associated with compensatory exercise among individuals seeking weight loss, particularly its potential to lead to disordered eating and weight cycling. They emphasize the need for research to differentiate between compensatory and non-compensatory exercise, aiming to inform interventions that promote healthier exercise habits without linking physical activity to eating behaviors.

Elizabeth W Lampe, Krystal Badillo-Regan, Elizabeth Honigsberg, Courtney Stevens

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