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By *hagTonight OP Man 6 days ago
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There are many reasons to get movotivated to workout like, breakup gains, summer body, stress relief, instagram goals, mental health, routine and discipline.
It would be interesting to see the reason what your motivation to working out is? My motivation to workout is to have the summer body  |
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"There are many reasons to get movotivated to workout like, breakup gains, summer body, stress relief, instagram goals, mental health, routine and discipline.
It would be interesting to see the reason what your motivation to working out is? My motivation to workout is to have the summer body "
Good post. My ex and I parted ways amicably last year, joined a gym straight after to look after my wellbeing and manage the process and emotions of breakup and new beginnings.
So I guess for me: general wellbeing, mental health, routine and discipline. Also to to help bring my blood pressure down and stay in shape. |
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Zero motivation for gym, I have to have a defined reason to exercise some ethereal concept of getting fitter or losing weight doesn't work for me. Getting involved in a competitive sport has, as did signing up for a half marathon to raise funds for a charity - but these are all targeted motivation |
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To stop being fat and unhealthy
(Used to be a fat 21+ stone) 
Just happy being Kinda fit, kinda fat now
I would say through experience, motivation comes and goes it's habits and Consistency that make the biggest difference 
You will never be 100% with gym or food, but 60-70% consitant is more than enough to make a big difference |
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I have a heart condition and going through peri menopause, so the motivation is to be healthier on the inside, fitter and if I lose weight during that time then great....
Bodytrax results show I am losing fat, gaining muscle, visceral fat is low, and I have a metabolic age of a 37 year old. That's all the motivation I need to keep going  |
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"I have a heart condition and going through peri menopause, so the motivation is to be healthier on the inside, fitter and if I lose weight during that time then great....
Bodytrax results show I am losing fat, gaining muscle, visceral fat is low, and I have a metabolic age of a 37 year old. That's all the motivation I need to keep going "
Well done you. It is tough with all that going on. I use Bodytrax too, it is a great motivator when you see the fat go down |
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"I have a heart condition and going through peri menopause, so the motivation is to be healthier on the inside, fitter and if I lose weight during that time then great....
Bodytrax results show I am losing fat, gaining muscle, visceral fat is low, and I have a metabolic age of a 37 year old. That's all the motivation I need to keep going "
Well done you, looking fabulous.
Love the gym in the morning to get the body moving as I work remotely it's also a chance to meet people and have a chin wag. Made some good friends in there and sometimes the spa is a nice treat too. |
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By *hagTonight OP Man 6 days ago
From the land of haribos. |
"There are many reasons to get movotivated to workout like, breakup gains, summer body, stress relief, instagram goals, mental health, routine and discipline.
It would be interesting to see the reason what your motivation to working out is? My motivation to workout is to have the summer body
Good post. My ex and I parted ways amicably last year, joined a gym straight after to look after my wellbeing and manage the process and emotions of breakup and new beginnings.
So I guess for me: general wellbeing, mental health, routine and discipline. Also to to help bring my blood pressure down and stay in shape."
That is good, ty |
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I prefer running to going to the gym, but picking up a lot of annoying niggles when running, I'm finding the gym useful.
I only really do cardio, and my main motivation is that I enjoy pushing myself, seeing what I can do and how much I can improve over time. I love that feeling of beating a PB, or just feeling utterly knackered after a session. Showers after a good workout are the best showers (alone ) |
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By *hagTonight OP Man 6 days ago
From the land of haribos. |
"I have a heart condition and going through peri menopause, so the motivation is to be healthier on the inside, fitter and if I lose weight during that time then great....
Bodytrax results show I am losing fat, gaining muscle, visceral fat is low, and I have a metabolic age of a 37 year old. That's all the motivation I need to keep going "
Hi missilia, that is good to do it to be healthier on the inside too |
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I do it just to look good and hopefully feel better about myself. Gym to build muscle, run for cardio health, HYROX for a bit of both and tone.
I also do it in the hope it give me more energy and drive as I have very little. Not sure it works. Or if it is, I dread to think how little I would have |
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Been going to the gym on and off for 30 years to keep in shape.. it's never worked as much as I want it too as I love rubbish food too much!
It's very addictive - feeling next day aches and seeing muscle definition build is amazing.
I join a class once a week to keep in touch with people - good friendly bunch |
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To be blunt; because I’m tired of being fat and not being able to do anything, constantly tired and it taking a toll on my mental health.
One year in and I’m doing much better and results are starting to show. 😊 |
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I think my motivation now is just looking in the mirror and seeing how much progress I've made compared to when I was quite slim and wanting to keep that up. I've put on a bit more fat as a result but overall I quite like my physique as it is. Also, getting a new PB on a lift is an incredible feeling and a high you always want to chase. |
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I go to the gym because its been a fantastic help with physio rehabilitation exercises, which have now become part of my training routine. I also go to the gym for strength and conditioning training to benefit me when running.
Mrs |
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By *pandjMan 6 days ago
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Mostly pure vanity and if I get too heavy (over 20% body fat) I feel grim as fuck so god knows how people live with how they feel way beyond that.
My dad is massively obese and always has been. Seeing the effect it's had on his quilty of life should be a lesson for everyone.
I also feel rough, small, weak and mentally wrong if I haven't had any physical exertion for a while too. |
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I put on 10 kilos between Christmas and Summer so decided to go on keto to sort it out.
I was was finding I couldn’t really run with the lack of carbs so started lifting instead.
6 weeks in and I’m feeling great, I feel mentally stronger at work etc, and I’m already looking a lot better so this is something I’ll continue |
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By *hagTonight OP Man 6 days ago
From the land of haribos. |
"I go to the gym because its been a fantastic help with physio rehabilitation exercises, which have now become part of my training routine. I also go to the gym for strength and conditioning training to benefit me when running.
Mrs"
Hi sportyandnaughty, that is good it helps with physio and rehabilitation exercises too |
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By *hagTonight OP Man 6 days ago
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"I just wanna maintain good strength, energy fitness, physical & mental health as I age. Nothing more. I see people my age that look half dead that’s all the motivation I need.
Mr"
Hi togandmuse, that is good you want to maintain those things, as you age too |
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"There are many reasons to get movotivated to workout like, breakup gains, summer body, stress relief, instagram goals, mental health, routine and discipline.
It would be interesting to see the reason what your motivation to working out is? My motivation to workout is to have the summer body "
Avoiding buying larger waist size clothes… again |
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I do some of my greatest thinking when I'm on my bike clears my mind of my troubles.
Feeling the breeze rush past my lugs, enjoying the scenery as I ride through the rolling hills of the Lincolnshire Wolds. Feels nice pushing myself, then resting afterwards thiking yeah that was a pleasent ride glad to be home. |
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By *hagTonight OP Man 6 days ago
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"Currently,it is to keep strong while waiting for hip replacement surgery.
Once recovered, I can start back on my journey of getting stronger and leaner.
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Hi longleggedblond, that is good it is currently to keep you strong, as you are waiting for the hip replacement too |
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To be fit, healthy, able and capable as long as possible. Balance, co ordination, flexibility and mobility as well as strength are all important factors. Peri menopause took its toll on me but without going to the gym I know I’d be struggling so much more. |
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I really enjoy my gym workout and its after effects. I go for me time, to enjoy the total absorption in the exercise and my body being pushed, the mental lift and achieving my goals. The fit guys around me are good distractions too. If time is ever a little weary, I got a big uplift |
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By *lakeyMan 5 days ago
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I love the gym been this morning I go as I enjoy it I’m one of them lads who you can see works out but doesn’t diet either a bit chunky as people would say.
Love cycling as well but currently got an injured leg which is going to keep me out of doing lower body exercises for a few weeks or months. |
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Used to live the gym, was good for my mental health and got me of the pills that numb everything.
Recently took on a renovation at work and just haven't found the time. Gained way too much weight. Stopped eating well and can't sleep.
Fair to say it is more effective and important than I realised but I now have gym anxiety. I know how much DOMS I'm going to get and how out of shape I am, so I'm putting off returning. |
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For me it’s mainly a combination of mental wellbeing and routine. I wfh full time so going to the gym ensures that I close my laptop at the end of the day and get out of the house.
I’m also more motivated when I have something like a holiday to work towards. |
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By *hagTonight OP Man 2 days ago
From the land of haribos. |
"For me it’s mainly a combination of mental wellbeing and routine. I wfh full time so going to the gym ensures that I close my laptop at the end of the day and get out of the house.
I’m also more motivated when I have something like a holiday to work towards. "
Hi _ancashireredhead, that is good it is mainly a combination of mental wellbeing and routine too |
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