Symptoms would include exercising frequently and prioritizing exercising over other activities. Working out every day for hours would be considered as exercise addiction.

Lori Rohlena has written:

'Excessive exercise' -- subject(s): Exercise, Exercise addiction, Psychological aspects, Psychological aspects of Exercise

I would first look it up on wikipedia.com. Normally you can search for the phrase "exercise addiction" and you will get a few leads. Gather as much information as you can and compare them. If you still need more information the library is a great place to research the topic as well.

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Exercise addiction can have negative effects on a person's physical and mental health. It can lead to overtraining, increased risk of injuries, fatigue, and weakened immune system. Furthermore, it can contribute to disordered eating habits, social isolation, and emotional distress.