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rwynne22 Posts: 9 Joined: 2002/05/29	2002/05/29, 09:03 PM what r some of the things u do to stay motivated to work out?
mikencharleston Posts: 1,585 Joined: 2002/01/09	2002/05/29, 09:23 PM :) Look in the mirror. If you don't like what you see work harder. Seriously though, it's a routine that once you get it going, you'll never stop. Above all, it's pretty amazing what you can do with your body no matter what your age.
Boddhisattvha Posts: 1,226 Joined: 2002/03/07	2002/05/29, 09:51 PM That is good advice miken. I personally read alot during the day(when i can). The more I keep my head focused in building, the more determined I get. -------------- And my soul must be iron, because my fear is naked. I'm naked and fearless.
fireloard Posts: 665 Joined: 2001/03/27	2002/05/29, 11:02 PM I stop working out a lot and start losing what little progress I have.. pretty much every summer.. so I just think "I would be in even better shape if I didn't stop for those few months here and there".. so if I'm tired.. no time.. whatever.. I try to squeeze in a workout no matter what... usually leads to me cutting back on sleep (still about 7 hours)... if your just starting out.. take a picture now.. and then in a few weeks/months when you make progress you can go back to that picture and think "i'm never going to let myself slip back to that again"
Philia2 Posts: 4,078 Joined: 2001/10/19	2002/05/30, 01:50 AM You know when it starts to get serious and I mean really serious. When you really want something and you have followed a strict diet and training for a time, then you'll actually see your own body change every single week..... I mean for the last 5 months (ever since I decided to do competitions) I have transformed my body completely and it's just amazing........ I'm still impressed by all this we actually can do with our bodies IF we just have a little determination (or are stubborn enough like me). Of course it can be hard. I try to stay focused and think about anything else when actually I feel frustrated and hungry and tired of everything..... I know that if I don't brake down I'll get results and when I see those results I'm as happy and proud as anyone can be..... The diamonds of all your suffering is worth it...... -------------- - Nina :o) La vie est toujours aussi belle.....
ischjli Posts: 408 Joined: 2002/03/13	2002/05/30, 10:10 AM Something that has helped me immensely too is a workout partner. Someone that when you have a slow day, can kick you in the rear! Try and find one if you don't have one. I have seen folks put ads in the gym with their schedule, program, goals. It can be a great experience. Also, what Cains said helps me too. If you have access to literature related to fitness, that really helps to focus ones mind.... -------------- Ischjli "Seven days without exercise makes one weak."
Sweeny Posts: 120 Joined: 2001/07/26	2002/05/30, 11:13 AM Usually just the thought of getting big really motivates me to hit the gym. I also tell myself that if I don't workout today, maybe my competitor will and he will be just that much stronger. Besides these techniques I sometimes just think of something that angers me and I fight it with weights! -------------- Matt Sweeny, Athlete and Bodybuilder
rwynne22 Posts: 9 Joined: 2002/05/29	2002/06/01, 02:11 PM so no one pops in the arnold movie...commando, predator, terminator, etc. i guess thats just me. oh well. that always helps me stay motivated.
qualters Posts: 343 Joined: 2002/04/21	2002/06/01, 04:47 PM Keep track of what you do daily. Carry a notebook to track your diet, what your are lifting, ect. Also check your measurements and weight weekly. I also find that posting a note on the front door for what you want to achieve is good motivation as well, or a picture role model or how you want to look. GOOD LUCK BQ -------------- AMERICAN MADE