PACE Yourself: Alcohol, Addiction and Exercise

PACE Yourself: Alcohol, Addiction, and Exercise provides qualitative research about the influence of exercise on alcohol use disorder (AUD) recovery. It explains how exercise can help keep new addictions at bay and proposes the PACE method to become aware of replacement type behaviors. The author has developed an app of the same name available in the Apple store.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 304 pages
Publication date: 29 March 2023
Publisher: Elsevier Science Publishing Co Inc

PACE Yourself: Alcohol, Addiction, and Exercise is a groundbreaking qualitative research that delves into the profound influence of exercise on alcohol use disorder (AUD) recovery. In addition to providing valuable insights, the author elucidates how individuals can derive significant benefits from incorporating exercise into their recovery journey and explores how the PACE method can effectively prevent the emergence of new addictions. PACE stands for Proactive Awareness Controlling Excess, reflecting the author's innovative approach to addressing addiction. The author has taken this concept further by developing an app with the same name, which is conveniently available in the Apple store. It is widely recognized that exercise is not just a form of physical activity but a powerful medicine for the recovering body and mind of an alcoholic. The physiological and psychological transformations that occur through movement contribute to extended sobriety and serve as a formidable barrier against the cyclical threat posed by alcohol abuse. The unwavering determination to regain control over alcohol and never fall victim to its grip again can be reinforced when the benefits of exercise surpass the once-dominant allure of alcohol. However, it is important to acknowledge that the addictive mind possesses a remarkable ability to find new habits to replace old ones. The PACE method offers a comprehensive framework for recognizing and addressing replacement behaviors, emphasizing the universality of addiction and the potential for anyone to become entangled in its web. By adopting the principles outlined in the PACE method, individuals can cultivate a heightened sense of awareness, develop effective coping strategies, and foster a healthier lifestyle that promotes long-term recovery and overall well-being.

Weight: 508g
Dimension: 151 x 229 x 18 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780443133534