http://breakingmuscle.com/sports-psychology/social-media-and-fitness-the-good-the-bad-and-the-ugly
I chose this article because it shows a greater glimpse into the effect social media has on health and wellness. As a personal trainer, I utilize various apps and social media to allow me to both do my job and work on my own personal fitness. With advancements in technology basically anyone can access a treasure trove of exercise/diet related information instantly. It has never been easier than now to learn various techniques or what exercise will work what muscle and so on.
The great part about social media and fitness is that it gives people a way to connect and hold each other accountable with what they are supposed to be doing. Fitness and health are often most easily achieved when you embark on the journey with someone other than yourself. Apps such as MyFitnessPal allow people to track their diets and share the results with anyone that they're friends with. The majority of these apps also allow the user to sign in via their Facebook accounts which unlocks even more potential for making connections. This can help people to succeed on their fitness journeys.
Nothing can be perfect, however. The Internet and social media may allow people to connect, but it also leaves room for failure. Not all articles are created equally in regards to authenticity or accuracy which can often lead someone who isn't knowledgeable astray. The key is to find reliable sources for information so improper technique or fad diets don't harm innocent people who are just trying to better themselves. Aside from this, however, I do believe that using social media to help with improving health is a great tool that will only continue to improve with time.
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