| 7/28/2015 3:31:18 PM |
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waki_1
Suwanee, GA
51, joined Sep. 2014
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I was always somewhat fit up until my last son was born 16 years ago, then it seemed life started getting in the way...Raising 2 kids, cooking, work, cleaning...You know what I mean...
Mexican Food and Margarita's became the norm going out place..
My fitness level went down during that time but I'm back to taking care of myself and have moderately taken to the gym and a healthier lifestyle.
What's your biggest hang ups? and whats some simple advise you found that works?
It's about my health not the gravitational pull!!!!
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| 7/29/2015 12:38:34 PM |
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dixie_dancer
Kansas City, KS
28, joined Feb. 2013
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Never check OUT.
What I mean is, you have to be aware of everything. Not just your kid and if he washed behind his ears and that innate motherly sense about when something's wrong.
But with YOU.
The concept of yoga and reflection has taught me a lot. Every day before I go to bed I spend a few moments 'checking in'. I look at myself in the mirror. I think about the day I had. The things I accomplished. The things I have to accomplish tomorrow. How do I feel. Tense. Sore. A cold coming on. Tired. Etc. I also think about how active I was that day. The kinds of things I ate.
When you own yourself and acknowledge the choices you made - to eat or not to eat/to workout or not to workout, it becomes easier to not fall into a 16 year rut, or even a few months, without realizing you have.
I've found it's also helped me at work and regular life. I don't forget to finish small tasks I didn't get done today. I have a better schedule and don't waste so much time chasing after 'oh shit I forgot to do that' moments and tasks. More productivity. Less stress. All around better
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| 7/31/2015 3:31:56 AM |
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josecuervosilv
Downey, CA
42, joined Jun. 2010
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I think a big challenge for many people is sustained motivation. When it's low, ask yourself, "how badly do I want to reach my goal?" Usually it's badly enough that this self-check gives you a kick in the butt to continue toward it.
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| 8/2/2015 4:13:30 PM |
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gamerman17
New York, NY
30, joined Apr. 2010
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Many external factors like tbe ones already mentioned within the thread, but also the internal challenge if dedication. If tbe commitment and determination isn't there, psychologically and mentally, tou can feel less and less imspired to even attempt the gym in the first place.......gamer
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| 8/7/2015 9:08:44 PM |
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dingobarramacus
Boston, MA
89, joined Nov. 2013
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Starting
Starting to work out
Starting each work out
Starting each movement and set
Starting is the biggest obstacle to exercise
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| 8/7/2015 9:29:56 PM |
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gamerman17
New York, NY
30, joined Apr. 2010
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Starting
Starting to work out
Starting each work out
Starting each movement and set
Starting is the biggest obstacle to exercise
Agreed. That is where mentally you have to be dedicated before anything else. And that takes discipline and determination..........gamer
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| 8/7/2015 11:08:58 PM |
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waki_1
Suwanee, GA
51, joined Sep. 2014
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STARTING.... Is the damn truth.
My mind tells me to do everything but the gym...however, you have to use discipline and at least get to the parking lot.. After you are in, there is a PRIDE factor that sets in...which is awesome for my overall mental health...
I have been very proud of myself this last year...It is a lifelong challenge...4 days a week no matter what days of the week and no matter what circumstances ...
Thanks guys for sharing your opinions!!
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| 8/8/2015 1:32:33 AM |
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dingobarramacus
Boston, MA
89, joined Nov. 2013
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That's great to hear and you should be proud.
I'd enjoy following your activities in the daily work out thread if you're so inclined to post there.
Keep it up!
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| 8/9/2015 8:10:49 AM |
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nycman530
New York, NY
64, joined Dec. 2010
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Biggest obstacle? The fact that people hate going to the gym, but to counter that, they would hate it more if they didn't go. The hardest part is going there. Going through the motions once you're there is no problem. Another obstacle is some people try to compare themselves to others and feel frustrated that they can't look like them no matter how hard they try. But remember, genetics is probably at least 50% relevant to making gains. The rest is divided in half between exercise and eating right. You can only do the best you can with what the Lord gave you but still make gains.
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| 8/12/2015 4:03:53 PM |
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alby11
Ninilchik, AK
67, joined Mar. 2014
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The car taking my bike and me out on the way home from the Gym this year has been the biggest Obstacle....just got a small workout at the Native Health and Wellness Center, but not the same with all the new pains that I can not shake loose
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| 10/6/2015 4:39:02 PM |
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dingobarramacus
Boston, MA
89, joined Nov. 2013
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Starting.
Over and over.
Restarting.
Today was workout #192 of 2015.
For nearly all of those workouts, the sets, and even the individual movements I had to give myself a talking to.
Once you start, the pride, the habit, the ritual, the results begin coming more naturally.
You just have to start. It never ends. Start start start. Always start and start again...
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| 10/8/2015 10:40:48 AM |
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janet5360
Pittsburgh, PA
64, joined Dec. 2013
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Your brain is the biggest obstacle. I can work out without leaving the house. I do crunches getting out of bed getting up. Somedays I am just not feeling it and workout in front of the TV. I keep shoes in the car so when I drive by the gym I can make a quick stop. I have osteoarthritis and have to work out or do some form of exercise daily.
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| 11/2/2015 9:32:07 AM |
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bojo7
Debary, FL
65, joined May. 2007
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sustained motivation
Good, that will be my slogan for working out this month. Thanks
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| 11/4/2015 3:35:06 PM |
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albyak
Parrott, GA
67, joined Apr. 2011
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Was going to say working on this rental has kept me away from the gym and getting in the way of my fitness but just got on the scales and am ten pounds lighter with clothes on than I have been in a year without any. Working so hard I had not weighed myself in over a month
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| 1/25/2016 6:57:54 PM |
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no_thanx
Kissimmee, FL
42, joined Aug. 2014
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My biggest obstacle right now is time. I work 11 hour days. By the time I finish with that, it's kids and housework.
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| 1/26/2016 12:17:44 PM |
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albyak
Parrott, GA
67, joined Apr. 2011
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My biggest obstacle right now is time. I work 11 hour days. By the time I finish with that, it's kids and housework.
You pass right by my new gym every day after work...no excuses, just let me know as have guest privileges at YouFit also...no excuses
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| 1/26/2016 12:39:32 PM |
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cupocheer
Assumption, IL
68, joined May. 2010
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The biggest obstacle is motivation.
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| 1/26/2016 3:21:17 PM |
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albyak
Parrott, GA
67, joined Apr. 2011
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Not for me...wanting to keep climbing river banks,trees, and other things  is motivation enough for me
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| 1/26/2016 5:48:26 PM |
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no_thanx
Kissimmee, FL
42, joined Aug. 2014
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You pass right by my new gym every day after work...no excuses, just let me know as have guest privileges at YouFit also...no excuses
Did you miss the part about kids and housework after? Actually, I am working those super long days at home. I start right after waking them up for school and I just logged out for the day. Now it's time for dinner, a little bit of actual family time, and then they get ready for bed. After they are in need, it's time for me to do the dishes, wash laundry, and go to bed just to start it all again tomorrow. 
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| 1/26/2016 10:29:46 PM |
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alby11
Ninilchik, AK
67, joined Mar. 2014
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Just thought it might be easier for you since you went right by it Guess you lost your helper at home
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| 1/29/2016 7:23:14 PM |
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cupocheer
Assumption, IL
68, joined May. 2010
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Men
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| 4/5/2016 11:13:14 AM |
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cupocheer
Assumption, IL
68, joined May. 2010
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Laziness... Like when a person doesn't have to fake that he's working.
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| 4/24/2016 8:11:10 PM |
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ctr916v2
Roseville, CA
54, joined Nov. 2014
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finding nice girls who are willing to help me practice full body massage with happy ending, one to three hours at a time.
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| 7/3/2016 1:34:32 PM |
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pleazu2010
Hartwell, GA
53, joined Jan. 2011
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Staying sore and aching joints
Recovery taking to long after working out .
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| 8/12/2016 6:44:50 PM |
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scottybouy
Oldsmar, FL
48, joined Mar. 2010
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People who don't wipe off the machines they are using at the gym.
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| 8/15/2016 7:14:59 AM |
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cupocheer
Assumption, IL
68, joined May. 2010
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Finding time
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| 8/23/2016 6:03:39 PM |
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cupocheer
Assumption, IL
68, joined May. 2010
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Finding short obstacles.
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| 8/24/2016 8:54:57 PM |
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cupocheer
Assumption, IL
68, joined May. 2010
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Obstacles
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| 8/25/2016 8:10:24 PM |
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cupocheer
Assumption, IL
68, joined May. 2010
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Humidity
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| 8/27/2016 4:59:25 AM |
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diamondgirl666
Björneborg
Sweden
88, joined May. 2010
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Eat clean and move more
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