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- Title
Enhancing Long-Term Recovery from Substance Use Disorder: The Impact of an Exercise Program on Recovery Capital and Overall Well-being.
- Authors
MacDonald, Aaron; Ingram, Richard; Ridell, Martha; Harp, Kathi
- Abstract
The opioid crisis in the United States remains a pressing issue with widespread implications. This study investigates the potential impact of an exercise program on individuals undergoing treatment for Substance Use Disorder (SUD) and Opioid Use Disorder (OUD), with a focus on enhancing Recovery Capital (RC) and overall well-being. The study evaluates a partnership between a treatment facility, The Counseling Center (TCC), and a CrossFit-affiliated gym, Portsmouth Spartan Kettlebell Club (PSKC), to explore how high-intensity exercise interventions may positively influence the longterm recovery trajectory of SUD patients. The study analyzes demographic information, substance use history, and well-being indicators in participants engaged in the exercise program compared to those not participating. The findings suggest that those who participate in the exercise program are associated with improved physical health, increased energy levels, reduced feelings of hopelessness and depression, and an increased sense of fulfillment without substance use. While further research is recommended to explore specific exercise regimens and the social dynamics within the program, the study emphasizes the potential benefits of incorporating guided exercise programs into SUD recovery strategies to enhance overall health, recovery capital, and the long-term well-being of individuals recovering from substance abuse.
- Subjects
UNITED States; SUBSTANCE abuse; OPIOID abuse; WELL-being; EXERCISE therapy; OPIOID epidemic
- Publication
Kentucky SHAPE JOURNAL, 2023, Vol 61, Issue 1, p15
- ISSN
1071-2577
- Publication type
Article