In the Age of Ozempic, What’s the Point of Working Out?
The idea that we exercise to get thin may be more dangerous than ever.
TL;DR
- The author's friend died at work due to a stress-induced heart attack, profoundly impacting the author.
- The author found emotional healing and a new perspective on life through SoulCycle classes.
- Her initial motivation for exercise was rooted in body image issues and a desire for weight loss.
- A shift occurred after a back injury and watching the documentary "Stutz," leading her to view exercise as psychological self-care.
- The author criticizes the current emphasis on thinness, particularly with the advent of Ozempic, questioning the motivation behind fitness in the "Age of Ozempic."
- She emphasizes the need for human connection and movement for overall well-being and happiness.