Exercise is considered one of the most important tools for physical and mental health. But can it turn into a form of self-punishment?

In this episode of Vital Cast, we try to analyze when exercise ceases to be an act of self-care and becomes a way of managing guilt, shame, or the need for “punishment” after eating or falling short of a goal.

We discuss how this relationship with exercise is formed, what science tells us about the motivations behind our behavior, and how we can build a healthier and more sustainable approach to movement and exercise.