On May 24th, it was reported by several domestic media outlets that Mr. Wang, in pursuit of his crush, decided to intensively work out by doing high-intensity sit-ups and leg lifts for about an hour.
The next day, Mr. Wang experienced muscle pain in his thighs and noticed dark "cola-colored" urine when using the restroom. After diagnosis, he was confirmed to have rhabdomyolysis, accompanied by acute liver damage.
Rhabdomyolysis is a condition that involves damage to skeletal muscle cells, their membranes, membrane channels, and energy supply, caused by various genetic or acquired diseases.
The human body's muscles can be classified into skeletal, cardiac, and smooth muscles. Skeletal muscles, observed under a microscope, have a striped appearance, hence the name "striated muscles." Therefore, rhabdomyolysis mainly refers to the dissolution of skeletal muscles.
There are various causes of rhabdomyolysis, with one of the main factors being excessive exercise. Engaging in prolonged intense physical activity suddenly, especially with little prior exercise, can lead to skeletal muscle damage, cell dissolution, and destruction, resulting in a set of clinical syndromes such as muscle pain and weakness.
Doctors advise that fitness is a long-term commitment. Blindly following trends is not advisable. Cultivate good exercise habits gradually for a healthy lifestyle. It is essential to know your limits, prioritize prevention, and stay away from rhabdomyolysis.
