Eating disorders: do gyms have responsibilities?

摘要

A few months ago, while attempting my new morning exercise routine at the local gym, I noticed a young woman in her mid-20s. Let's call her Amy. I don't go to the gym as regularly as I should, but each time I do, Amy is there too. While I'm trying to wake up on the treadmill Amy is coming out of the early morning aerobics class, having finished an hour long workout. While the others head to the showers, Amy heads to the bicycles. Often she is still there by the time I leave.I have no doubt that Amy has an eating disorder. This view is based not only on her exercise habits but also on the eating behaviour I have witnessed and her incredibly thin frame. Having shared several concerned glances with fellow gym members, I suspect I'm not the only one who is worried.