What is Bigorexia?
Podcast |
All Of It
Publisher |
WNYC Studios
Media Type |
audio
Podknife tags |
Arts
Books
Interview
Music
Society & Culture
Categories Via RSS |
Arts
Books
Music
Music Interviews
Performing Arts
Publication Date |
Mar 17, 2022
Episode Duration |
00:21:29

Among some young men, a new form of body dysmorphia is taking hold. Called "bigorexia," it's a pattern of behavior that includes a regimented diet and exercise program, all with the goal of developing the biggest muscles possible. Journalist Alex Hawgood joins us to discuss his piece for the New York Times, bodybuilding-bigorexia-tiktok.html#:~:text=The%20quest%20for%20perfect%20pecs,that%20lower%20weight%20and%20build">"What is Bigorexia?," and take calls from listeners about their experience with male body dysmorphia.

This segment is guest-hosted by David Furst.

This episode currently has no reviews.

Submit Review
This episode could use a review!

This episode could use a review! Have anything to say about it? Share your thoughts using the button below.

Submit Review