NSV at the gym

thistimewillbedifferent

I'm still a bit in shock from this...

I go to a shadowboxing class at my gym every Tuesday night. I'm the only overweight person in the class, and I always stand in the back so that I don't have to worry about people looking at how out of shape I am, how unable I am to do some of the movements, etc.

I've been taking the class (and working with a trainer) since January, during which time I've lost 45 lbs, but I'm still very much overweight. There's a super-fit (like something in a fitness magazine) guy in the class, and tonight he looked at me out of the blue as we were waiting for class to begin and said "You look better and better every single week. You are really doing great!"

I'm definitely going to bed with a smile on my face tonight.

Am posting this mainly because I thought it might provide a little motivation to others who still appear fat and still feel like they don't really belong in the gym. And, OK, because I wanted to brag a little. I admit it. :smokin:

daniellemm1

This brought a tear to my eye, really that must have felt great!!! So many times we think that those "in shape/fit people" are judging us when in reality they are often quite impressed that we are busting our butts to get healthier!!! Keep at it

Gigsluvscw

Whoop! High five followed by the happy dance! :happy:

sc3ptical

Aw that must have felt amazing! Good job sticking to it, even though you didnt 'fit in' with the rest of the group.

Walkbyfaith1971

That's awesome! Congrats and keep it up!

Sometimes it's easier for others to see the progress we have made (than us looking in the mirror) and it's such an encouragement (and motivator) when they share their observations!

thrld

I'm the only overweight person in the class, and I always stand in the back so that I don't have to worry about people looking at how out of shape I am, how unable I am to do some of the movements, etc."

Here's a not-secret: you are not the only overweight person in the class. Matter-of-fact to everyone who thinks they are the *only* overweight person in the class -- you are not. You may be the only 'currently' overweight person in the class -- but plenty of your classmates started at the beginning, just like you did, and they've walked in your shoes (heck, my yoga teacher started doing yoga because he was 75lbs heavier than he is today). I wish there was a badge or ring or special handshake. Everyone starts at the beginning, and everyone at the gym is the same: they are there to work out and be fit.

Otter1422

That is awesome, pretty awesome what a little positive recognition for your efforts can do for a person. I guess that is why everyone comes on here. :happy:

JonathanBB

I love it. Made me think of something I saw recently. It can be taken somewhat condescendingly, but I prefer to look at it as a positive motivational thing. Not that I think of you as a "fatty" ar from it. I find your workouts and food diary inspirational.

To the fatty running on the Westview track this afternoon: http://i.imgur.com/6jEWN.png

F1TCH1K

What a great feeling! Congrats on your loss!

Mpol2

That is wonderful...good for you:flowerforyou:

SteveStedge1

this is a great story..but there is a reason you don't see this often (the comment)

Because as a dude you don't want to appear condescending... you took the compliment as intended but some people would get offended so its easier to say nothing.

Probably a lot of people notice.

I sometimes want to give a "great job" to larger persons I see running as I have been there..but I dont want to seem like a *kitten* so I say nothing.

Gsdmom2

What. great compliment. congratulations on your accomplishment. Making progress on this road to health and fitness is really a journey, not a spring. keep up the good work!

luisalg14

That is awesome! Keep it up
Shadowboxing is so much fun.

RM10003

Woohoo! That is a great NSV.

Dana31601

That's awesome!!!

MindyG150

When others see what we feel, it's makes the hard work eve more worth it.

ygglove

Congratulations, that's an amazing compliment.

athyraslove

That's awesome! What a great day for you! It feels so good when someone we admire or look up to gives us a compliment that's so deserved! :drinker:

KBGAgent

You go ahead and brag, BRAG, BRAG, BRAG, I would. Good for you.

Raasy

Awesome for you!! And awesome for this person who took the time to say something, to make your day!! He deserves some props as well.

EmilyEmpowered

that is a great NSV! :flowerforyou: :smokin: :drinker:

itzehoe

AWESOME!

sozisraw

How about that! Must admit I'm choked up too at that story! How wonderful he said! Do the same to others, now you know how great it feels, I do, as I realise people see themselves as harshly as we see ourselves! And congratulations!

Lets_Get_Healthy_Baby

Go ahead and do that thang gurl, whoop! whoop!

mjay26

that is such a cool NSV :flowerforyou:

MoRiv1986

Good job. Are you married? Holla!

MoRiv1986

I'm still a bit in shock from this...

I go to a shadowboxing class at my gym every Tuesday night. I'm the only overweight person in the class, and I always stand in the back so that I don't have to worry about people looking at how out of shape I am, how unable I am to do some of the movements, etc.

I've been taking the class (and working with a trainer) since January, during which time I've lost 45 lbs, but I'm still very much overweight. There's a super-fit (like something in a fitness magazine) guy in the class, and tonight he looked at me out of the blue as we were waiting for class to begin and said "You look better and better every single week. You are really doing great!"

I'm definitely going to bed with a smile

Am posting this mainly because I thought it might provide a little motivation to others who still appear fat and still feel like they don't really belong in the gym. And, OK, because I wanted to brag a little. I admit it. :smokin:

What does "NSV" mean?

daniellemm1

I love it. Made me think of something I saw recently. It can be taken somewhat condescendingly, but I prefer to look at it as a positive motivational thing. Not that I think of you as a "fatty" ar from it. I find your workouts and food diary inspirational.

To the fatty running on the Westview track this afternoon: http://i.imgur.com/6jEWN.png

Love this, thank for sharing. Here is a similar story that I like to refer to and refer my friends to

http://flintland.blogspot.com/2012/05/hey-fat-girl.html

daniellemm1

I wish there was a badge or ring or special handshake. Everyone starts at the beginning, and everyone at the gym is the same: they are there to work out and be fit.

YES, we definately need something to signify how far we have come

daniellemm1

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What does "NSV" mean?
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Non scale victory!!

littlelawson83

Awesome, what a lovely boost