The Dark Side of Bodybuilding: Nutrition and Health Risks

This chapter examines the evolution of dieting strategies in bodybuilding, contrasting extreme practices like dirty bulking and calorie restriction with a more balanced approach to fitness. It highlights the pressures athletes face in achieving unrealistic body standards, the prevalence of eating disorders, and the health consequences of extreme dieting. The discussion also emphasizes the importance of monitoring health markers like blood pressure, the benefits of isometric exercises, and the critical need for credible health information.