fudgit Posted November 16, 2005 Share Posted November 16, 2005 I got the membership at the gym and went for two weeks. I lost ten pounds and felt really good. I stopped going when my schedule changed and I sortof got out of the routine. Now, no matter how much I want to go, I keep finding reasons not to. I want to feel good again but I can't seem to motivate myself to get to the gym again! I just lay in bed in the morning and loath myself for being so week. Any suggestions to get my butt out of bed and into the gym? What works for you guys? Link to post Share on other sites
lilmoma1973 Posted November 16, 2005 Share Posted November 16, 2005 I got the membership at the gym and went for two weeks. I lost ten pounds and felt really good. I stopped going when my schedule changed and I sortof got out of the routine. Now, no matter how much I want to go, I keep finding reasons not to. I want to feel good again but I can't seem to motivate myself to get to the gym again! I just lay in bed in the morning and loath myself for being so week. Any suggestions to get my butt out of bed and into the gym? What works for you guys? Being able to get back in those little jeans and knowing you accomplished it!! I enjoy exercising im always motivated!! I am addicted to it like i am with LS just can't get enough of it!! I know it is good for me and my health shows it!! I EXERCISE 7 days a wk and never miss a day unless got errands to run then later on eventually i will do some type of exercise be it aerobics, riding bikes with my daughter ,jumping on the trampoline with the neighbor kids!! I guess it basically all in what you want to do and want!! Good luck Link to post Share on other sites
bab Posted November 16, 2005 Share Posted November 16, 2005 I got the membership at the gym and went for two weeks. I lost ten pounds and felt really good. I stopped going when my schedule changed and I sortof got out of the routine. Now, no matter how much I want to go, I keep finding reasons not to. I want to feel good again but I can't seem to motivate myself to get to the gym again! I just lay in bed in the morning and loath myself for being so week. Any suggestions to get my butt out of bed and into the gym? What works for you guys? OMG, did I accidently post under another name!!! Seriously, though, I'm the same way. The only thing that really works for me when I'm out of schedule is to get a partner. If my alarm goes off and I know that they are going to be waiting on me, I'll get up and go. If it's just little ole' me? Snooze button city!! Once I get in a consistent groove it's not as big of a problem, but go on vacation for a week, and it's all over. Another possibility is to join a class that meets on a regular basis. That sometimes works for me. Link to post Share on other sites
JS17 Posted November 16, 2005 Share Posted November 16, 2005 * Make appointments for yourself to go to the gym. It makes it easier to say you have to go when there's a set time. * Find classes at the gym that you like. * Write it down on a calendar. You'll be upset with yourself when you see you haven't gone as much the last month as you should have and it will motivate you to do better next time. * If you can, find a gym buddy. * Set goals and write the goals down. Track your progress. * Reward yourself when you accomplish...say for every 20 times you go to the gym or when you lose a few pounds you do something for yourself (non-food related rewards of course) Link to post Share on other sites
lilmoma1973 Posted November 16, 2005 Share Posted November 16, 2005 If you aren't motivated to go to the gym get your money back and go buy you some videos and do them at home!! I EXERCISE to GILAD on Fit tV they have alot of people on their morning to night exercising and able to exercise with !! I buy Pilates,Yoga and Personal trainer dvds and do these also!! You go to make exercise fun and you will want to do it!! Link to post Share on other sites
Leahh Posted November 16, 2005 Share Posted November 16, 2005 I don't know how you think, but let me just tell you. when theres pictures of me, I usually look OK, thats because I take them myself and throw away the ones I hate... my sister took a candid picture of me OH MY GOD. That image is burned in my mind. *shiver* it's what started my motivation!! Also, I said if I can exercise, maybe I can find a nicer guy, etc. or set aside a dollar every time you go, then save up and buy yourself something nice!! I personally exercise at home (i don't have machines), because I know getting changed, into my car and driving is a big pain in the ass Link to post Share on other sites
bunnzy Posted November 16, 2005 Share Posted November 16, 2005 It never fails: about a month into a health and fitness program, most people begin to lose motivation to exercise, become less focused, and ultimately revert to old habits. In many cases this means they stop exercising and begin to fall back into the trap of eating an unhealthy diet. Needless to say, this lull in motivation has to be overcome if you’re to achieve your long-term fitness goals. The Good News: The longer you are able to stick with your exercise program, the more likely you are to make the type of permanent lifestyle changes that lead to lasting success! So if you’re stuck in a bit of a rut, if you feel your motivation slipping, here are a few quick ways to refocus your efforts and get back on track. 1. Get Out Your Calendar! We make all kinds of appointments in our daily lives and we keep them. Make an appointment with yourself for your own health and fitness—and stick to it! Write down which days you are going to exercise and block out the target time to do it. It is extremely important that you take the time to actually writing this down, especially if you’re prone to procrastination. 2. Make Time. The #1 excuse people give for not sticking to their programs is that they simply can’t find the time. Well, let me make this as clear as I can: don’t bother looking for the time to train and plan your nutrition and supplement programs—it’s not there. You need to make time for these priorities in your life. Enough said. 3. Plan Your Nutrition. The key to eating a healthy diet is planning. When you’re hungry and there’s no healthy food nearby, you’ll eat what you can get . . . and usually what you can get is fast food that isn’t very good for you. Have a well-focused plan for keeping yourself nourished throughout the day. Bring healthy snacks wherever you go, be it work, school, or wherever. Grab a creamy Protein Shake or delicious Protein Bar to make eating wisely even easier. 4. Monitor Your Progress. Set concrete goals and find an objective way to monitor your progress. Personally, I suggest monitoring your body fat level . . . it’s a much better indication of overall health and fitness then how much you weigh. Get a fat caliper and track your progress over time. This is a great way to keep your motivation high and to make sure you’re heading in the right direction. Link to post Share on other sites
SuperMonk Posted November 16, 2005 Share Posted November 16, 2005 just do it. Link to post Share on other sites
sophia34 Posted November 16, 2005 Share Posted November 16, 2005 Tell yourself that you will just go to the gym, jump on a piece of equipment for 10 minutes, and come home. Make the promise to yourself that if, after 10 minutes, you don't feel like doing any more you won't. However, usually, it's the first 5 or 10 minutes that is the hardest. Once you're there, usually you'll go for the full 30 or 60 minutes. But make sure that you give yourself the "out" if you really don't feel like it after 10 minutes. Otherwise, the next time, you'll know you're lying to yourself and that may be enough to keep you at home! Also, if you don't feel like going to the gym, do something at home. Follow the 10 minute rule. Promise you'll go outside and walk for 10 minutes, or that you'll lift dumbbells for 10 minutes, or do just 10 minutes of a workout tape. The 10-minute motivator has worked for me more times than I can count. Yes, sometimes, I do 10 minutes and stop. But 90 percent of the time, once I get going, I keep going. You just need to get some momentum going. Link to post Share on other sites
Author fudgit Posted November 16, 2005 Author Share Posted November 16, 2005 The hardest part is definately driving to the gym. I like what I do once I get there but I can't get my butt in gear to drive the 15 minutes at 6:00 in the morning. UGH! Oh, how I wish I could actually get my money back. Damn you contracts!!!!!! The 10 minute rule sounds good. I can make myself lift weights at home if I can't get to the gym. Thanks for that. Link to post Share on other sites
lovestobesexed Posted January 6, 2006 Share Posted January 6, 2006 I would love to go to a place like Curves but now they are booked until March. It is everyones New Years Resolution to lose weight. Plus I am very self conscious about my weight. I am about 270 pounds. Yikes and I am 5'5". Link to post Share on other sites
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