Josh Krasinksy

I am a fan of fitness, swimming, and sports.

My goal is to educate people on the affects social media can have on our everyday lives.

Mentally

Mentally, spending too much time on the internet in general is regarded as detrimental for your health. This is due to too much time staring at a screen making you feel lethargic and de-motivated. Similarly, social media can also impact your mental health. Many people spend hours of the day scrolling through influencer's social media profiles, showcasing their “ideal body” and “perfect life”. In some extreme cases this can lead to people developing body dysmorphia or depression. This can cause people to diet or exercise to an unhealthy level. The people who are greatly affected by social media tend to be the younger generation, as they use it more.

Physically

Social media can encourage us to be more active and fit, leading a healthier lifestyle. This is a good thing, in moderation. Spending too much time obsessing over your appearance can be unhealthy, especially if you find it controls your life. So-called influencers are now showing “before” and “after” images of their body in various stages of fitness. This is great for motivating people to go to the gym, but it can be seen as misleading or unsafe if taken too far. There are many people who are now turning to surgery, with cosmetic surgery Manchester at an all-time high. Most personal trainers would recommend a balance of diet and exercise to achieve their fitness goals.

In the end, how you look after your body is entirely down to you. However, there are of course guidelines and procedures in place to make sure you’re doing it for the right reasons.