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Old 05-02-2008, 07:55 AM   #16  
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Just by reading the replies here makes me feel better. I was browsing around alot yesterday on this site and a couple things that seem to work for me, not necessarily the motivation to exercise, but...during Lent, I had given up all sugars...it was hard, but I gave that up for God, I'm not one of the "in your face with religion" I believe everyone has their right to believe or not...but, it was hard at first, but I remember thinking, I could sneak and hide, but God would still know. I can hide from everyone, except of course, God. The second thing that works is, and I need to get back to, is really watching my carb intake (refined carbs) after 6:00 PM. Now to get my rear in gear, physically and just move! I went grocery shopping last night and bought tons of vegies, fruit, low-fat cottage cheese and yougurts. I'm working through a "bulimia issue with my daughter, she's 14 1/2 and it's heartbreaking to see her hurt. So I have asked her to help me and make me go for walks with her, or help me get on the treadmill or rowing machine. I told her that if everyone had "will power" to walk away from not so healthy foods, not one person would have a weight issue. She felt if she had more willpower she wouldn't have this problem. She might be 10 or 15 lbs. over weight, but my the girls her age are a size 0, and tv does not help. No more foods in the house like that, but we are planning on having a "free" day during the week. I told her nothing is off limits, it's the quantity and being physical is what is more important.
Sorry this post is so long. I'm open to advice/suggestions!
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Old 05-02-2008, 12:19 PM   #17  
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I find a lot of motivation just in everyday life, but I have to admit that probably the worst part is to find the motivation to start at all, and then it gets easier as you go.

In winter, a friend of mine snapped a pic of me cuddling with one of my dogs. It was a fuzzy pic, taken with a cell phone, but when I saw myself, my wrists the size of small tree trunks, I hated what I saw. So this was a small percentage of my motivation.

My ex-BF split up with me over a year ago, but during the time I was with him I really ballooned up. He likes to eat the bad stuff and it was easy to eat with him. But when we split up, he had a surgery and lost a lot of weight because he had to be on a liquid diet for a while, and the pounds were just melting away. He was happy to have lost the pounds and then he started exercising to lose even more. Like I said, it has been over a year but his weight loss was, I think, somewhere in my subconsciousness, was still eating. Another percentage of my motivation.

I have a high blood pressure (not critically high but enough to be on meds) and I would like to decrease my blood pressure and get off the meds.

It was getting hard to find anything that fits. I am 5'9" and clothes manufactures still think that average woman is 5'4" tall (with other proportions to follow).

And finally .... I have greyhounds, and there is nothing worse than a fat owner of skinny dogs. I don't want my dogs to be ashamed of me!!!!

That was BEFORE I started.

Once I started, it got easier. Every little bit of achievement (improvement) on the treadmill motivated me. This forum is an incredible source of motivation. Soon after I joined, I saw Amanda's before and after pictures. That in itself wants me to lose, lose, lose.
I watched The Biggest Loser - huge motivation! My jeans that kept getting bigger and bigger on me motivated me to keep working. Fitness magazines motivate me - just yesterday, I read an article about a lady who was a recreational jogger (on a small scale) and then, at the age of 51, started to run marathons. ()
I have lost only 13 pounds so far but I feel incredibly light. I want that feeling to continue.
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Old 05-02-2008, 01:00 PM   #18  
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Congrats! Tomato for "starting" at least you started....I'm working on the cleaner eating, getting my mental motivation in gear and I have every intention of moving my rear tonight. I know about the clothes, I'm 5' 8 1/2" and find so many clothes are too short and small around the thighs and butt areas for me. My boss is a health nut, works out and tells me weights, free weights, etc....but incorporate weight lifting in my exercising.
I wish you so much success and hope your ex will see the new you and who you are becoming. Isn't there a saying, "Success is the best revenge"...whatever successful means to that person. I wish you (and everyone) on this site the best! Thanks for responding.
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Old 05-03-2008, 10:28 PM   #19  
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Hey, newbie here! I actually made this up for myself, but thought why not share it? It might be motivation for some of you guys too


WHY BOTHER EXERCISING AND EATING HEALTHY EVERY DAY?

To be healthier
To lower my cholesterol/blood pressure
To lose weight and keep it off
To gain the confidence I never had
To increase my metabolism before it is too late
To decrease my stress level
To sleep better
To get less headaches
To feel more rested/energized/awake
To have the energy to do the activities I want without running out of breath/energy
To reduce my risk of cardiovascular disease and cancer
To be a good role model for others
To lower my heart rate
To look cute/hot, not be “the fat one” in my family/whatever groups I am in
To improve my circulation
To reduce pain (back, cramps)
To become height/weight proportionate (but still have boobs )
To be able to choose from more options when shopping for clothes
To improve my self-esteem
To increase my productivity at work/school
To build up protection against possible injuries
To create the best environment possible in which a future child can develop
To be able to concentrate better
To be more appealing to others
To stop worrying about how I look
To live longer
To relax and stop “sucking it in”
To be firm and muscular instead of jiggly
To release endorphins and feel good
To strengthen my bones so I don’t get osteoporosis or osteopenia like my mother has
To protect myself against diabetes
To improve my posture
To look fabulous in photos
To be able to “indulge” once in a while without worrying about screwing up my diet
To maintain my immune system so I don’t get sick as often
To feel sexy
To be less self-conscious about participating in sports
To fit into a greater variety of clothes
To look amazing in a BIKINI
To look amazing in ANYTHING
To make my parents proud and live long enough to take care of them
To wear a skirt without chafing my thighs
To be less self-conscious in the locker room
To return to my hometown and amaze everyone with how good I look
To lose the baby fat
To make it easier to shave
To be able to participate in a marathon
To be someone that people want to be
To wake up in the morning without feeling sore, achy and stiff
To be as in-shape as the kids I babysit for/tutor
To make a good impression for groups I represent
To stop worrying about fitting into clothes I already own
To not be able to make a double chin
To stop pulling my shirt down
To be able to wear one layer of clothing and not have my stomach show through
To eat anything in front of other people without feeling self-conscious
To feel comfortable flirting with guys
To sit in a chair without my stomach rolling over the top of my pants
To become a little curvier
To inspire others who want to accomplish similar goals
To not be embarrassed at the gym
To ensure that I will not gain weight back quickly like I would with dieting
To dance without feeling self-conscious
To learn to love fruits and vegetables
To crave sweets less often
To be a true gymgoer, not a wannabe/“poseur”
To attract other people who live healthy lifestyles
To be able to wear short shorts and a tank top
To live up to my potential physically, mentally, socially, and emotionally
To replace my flabby skin with toned muscle
To get shinier hair, stronger fingernails and clearer skin
To be able to wear size S and XS shirts, and size 2 jeans
To be able to wear tops with built-in shelf bras and no bra underneath
To not want to binge on unhealthy foods
To have the confidence to try new things – abroad and at home
To possess brains AND beauty

A long list I know, but the reasons for motivation are endless!
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Old 05-03-2008, 11:06 PM   #20  
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Great list, Kitegirl. Now that's how to stay motivated
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Old 05-04-2008, 02:22 AM   #21  
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Great thread! I was on this forum, but then after my brother, his wife, and child moved in with me, I kinda fell off the wagon so to speak. It's hard to get on a treadmill with a toddler around. Mind you, I live in a trailer, so there's really no alternatives here. Plus, I was trying to make enough food to feed everybody, and my brother literally likes pizza every single day. I kid you not. It's really hard to stay on the wagon when you're smelling pizza every freaking day.

But good news! They are moving out sometime this month, and I need to get myself back in gear. If the rainy days would go somewhere else for a while, I can get in a tan while I'm outdoors!

My motivation? Right now, I've got a wedding to go to coming up in Sept, where all of pals will be at. I don't want to be this weight before then.....
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Old 05-04-2008, 07:33 AM   #22  
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my motivation:

To look good in anything....
To not be the overweight one all the time....
To not stand out cos of weight....
To look good for my fella....
To make people proud of me....
and of course, to be healthier....
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Old 05-05-2008, 02:36 AM   #23  
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I get motivated by the thought of my health, and my gf
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Old 05-05-2008, 08:31 AM   #24  
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I'm motivated by knowing how good I felt when I was thin. I lost the weight a few years back and the confidence I had was incredible! I was able to do things that I never thought possible. I want that back sooooooooo bad.

Also, reading the success stories on this board is amazing! It really keeps me going! It validates weight loss, it reminds me constantly that losing the weight is actually possible!!

When I really need a pick me up I read the maintainers form! It really pushes me to keep going cause I see other people who not only did it! But they are also keeping it off!!
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