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bethel 03-25-2007 07:20 PM

Working out in front of family
 
Up until now, I've always done my DVD workouts after my husband went to work and my daughter was sleeping in the morning. I've been having a major breakthrough lately - I'm able to do my workouts while they're home and not feel self-conscious about it. I'm not focusing on how silly I might loo, but rather feeling proud and thankful that I'm getting fitter and making the choice to exercise!

Just wanted to crow a little!:D

Diva 03-25-2007 09:02 PM

I guess we went through the same thing today. I never work out on the weekends or Holiday's because my hubby (to be) is here and I feel embarrassed. Today i decided that I'd get some cardio in while he was mowing the lawn, but he kept coming in to get a drink of water, and at first I was embarrassed, but then I was proud of myself because I know he is proud of me and I am doing so well. I told him he could come in and take a break if he needed to because I didn't mind. He comented on the fact that one day I might even get paid for what I was doing, hehe! :)

Dawn2Dusk 03-25-2007 09:18 PM

I know what you mean... although it might take me a little while to feel that I can work out in the same room as my family. But I hope to reach that place where I feel comfortable enough, some day. :)

BeezKnees 03-25-2007 10:54 PM

I drag my DH along with me to do plyo in the park. :D He actually likes it.

I know what you mean though - I always felt silly doing step or aerobics in front of him. If I do something on the stability ball in front of him, I'm laible to get more exercise than I asked for! ;)

sportmom 03-25-2007 11:11 PM

Maybe soon they will be joining you! I got my dh into doing The Firm w/o saying a word, mostly bc he wanted to see what was working so well for me and if it would do the same for him! Good job ladies!

silver plum 03-26-2007 01:23 AM

So good for all of you!!

I am not at that stage yet... I still feel so self-conscious.
I do my weights video in the morning. I try to start it while my roommate is still asleep and then he goes and takes the dog for a walk. But he always seems to come home when I am doing some embarrassing part like working on my butt :o And of course he always stands there and tries to have a conversation - haha

VermontMom 03-27-2007 08:41 AM

You're allowed to be proud of that! that's great! I hope you don't have the limited space that I have, my guys have to move -v-e-r-y carefully around me so I don't accidentally whack 'em with a weight :D

detroitmami 03-27-2007 10:49 PM

Originally Posted by bethel:
Up until now, I've always done my DVD workouts after my husband went to work and my daughter was sleeping in the morning. I've been having a major breakthrough lately - I'm able to do my workouts while they're home and not feel self-conscious about it. I'm not focusing on how silly I might loo, but rather feeling proud and thankful that I'm getting fitter and making the choice to exercise!

Just wanted to crow a little!:D

That's great!!

Diva 03-28-2007 10:20 AM

I don't worry about whacking my people family, it's the pets! The kitties like to grab my pony tail when I do sit-ups, giving me some added resistnace! LOL! and my dog thinks it's playtime and keeps throwing his toys at me and licking the sweat off my arms and legs. He's such a pain sometimes! LOL!:D

Spunkster5 03-28-2007 11:08 AM

I'm feeling you all on that! It took me a while to work out in front of my husband. I used to do Yourself Fitness! on my hubbys x-box, which is such a great program, but once i reallly got into i just quit caring and was excited that i was seeing results! good luck to you all!!!

Spunkster5 03-28-2007 11:11 AM

also, my little dog loves to sit on my butt/back when i do push ups...she's only 4 1/2 lbs so its not a big deal, but its hilarious!!

L8again 03-28-2007 11:33 AM

Originally Posted by bethel:
Up until now, I've always done my DVD workouts after my husband went to work and my daughter was sleeping in the morning. I've been having a major breakthrough lately - I'm able to do my workouts while they're home and not feel self-conscious about it. I'm not focusing on how silly I might loo, but rather feeling proud and thankful that I'm getting fitter and making the choice to exercise!

Just wanted to crow a little!:D

I think this is fantastic for you because I've been w/my DH for 17 yrs and I still can't work out in front of him.


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