How to get motivated to work out?

[southernwonder1]

@nscr I am on week 3 of working out 3-4 times a week which is bloody awful tbh. So far I’ve found that focusing on the reasons I want to be fitter is helpful - when I’ve considered not bothering I think about wanting to be able to walk without being winded, wanting to be able to do active things without being put off by how I feel physically, and the knowledge that if I just keep turning up my fitness will improve.

 

[nscr]

@southernwonder1 This is really good advice tbh! I’m gonna start doing it and see how it goes. Thank you!

 

[southernwonder1]

@nscr Good luck! I have found it far more helpful than just wanting to be slimmer or fit into nice clothes etc. I am here dreaming about walking up a hill without sweating, damn it!

 

[nscr]

@southernwonder1 Literally I think going for the just wanting to be healthier overall approach will help more than ‘I want to be a size X’ because that’s what’s demotivated me in the past.

 

[sleepingatlast]

@nscr Awesome to know that you're excited about the fitness journey!

This is what worked out for me -
1. Check my BMI Free BMI calculator
2. Eat Healthy
3. Exercise daily for at least an hour
4. Sleep for 8+ hours
5. Join a fitness group (even if virtual) - this helped me to stay motivated
6. Add weight training, currently at 2 days a week

Feel free to ask me any questions.

We also have a like minded group of folks on our blog
We push each other and it has helped a lot

Reach out if needed.

Wishing you the very best for your workout journey!!

 

[nscr]

@sleepingatlast Thank you! This is so helpful and I’ll be applying this to my routine ASAP. Thank you so much for your helpfulness and encouragement

 

[jacoby]

@nscr You don't lose weight at the gym, you lose weight in the kitchen. I am sorry to say , but you're crazy fat. Just start eating like a normal human being and you'll start losing weight very quickly. No need to go to the gym.

 

[nscr]

@jacoby I actually have a diagnosed eating disorder that I get help with, so no need to remind me that I’m crazy fat, I’m fully aware hence why I’m here. I’m already working with a dietitian, who has advised that as I wfh full time, i DO need to do more exercise; both for my mental health and my physical health. Your comment is unhelpful and judgemental. Hope you have the day you deserve

 

[jacoby]

@nscr Don't get in the kitchen if you can't take the heat.

 

[nscr]

@jacoby I can take the heat, and did with class. Maybe you could learn to get some of your own x