Anorexia athletica can be considered as “a state of reduced energy intake and reduced body mass despite a high level of physical performance.” Individuals that engage in anorexia athletica often use excessive exercising behaviors in order to either compensate for their eating or give themselves “permission” to engage in eating.

Anorexia athletica is where someone exercises excessively to restrict or control their body. They may also cut calories and restrict their diet to an extreme. They use the exercise to lose weight or prevent weight gain. This behavior can end up causing health issues.

Anorexia athletica is a form of disordered eating that can affect competitive athletes. While it is not a diagnosable condition, anorexia athletica shares many symptoms of anorexia nervosa, including calorie restriction and a fixation on maintaining low body weight.

Anorexia athletica (sports anorexia), also referred to as hyper-gymnasia, is an eating disorder characterized by excessive and compulsive exercise. An athlete with sports anorexia tends to overexercise to give themselves a sense of having control over their body.

Anorexia athletica is a subtype of anorexia that causes excessive exercise and dieting in the context of a sport. It is particularly prevalent in elite and weight-conscious sports such as gymnastics and ballet.