What is the REAL reason why you exercise so hard?!

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  • TheLongRunner
    TheLongRunner Posts: 688 Member
    Oh I like this question...I run hard most days...and I tell people I do it for my brain, not my body. I am really ADD and used to be on heavy duty meds (stimulants). Since I found running, I find it has the same (although better) effect that my stimulant had. I feel truly alive during and after a good run.
  • bonjour24
    bonjour24 Posts: 1,119 Member
    I exercise as hard as i do to achieve the goals i set for myself. i have these goals (marathons) to make me move. the reasons i want to move more is because i want my children to see me as a role model, not a fat blob with no goals or direction.
  • robdel302
    robdel302 Posts: 292 Member
    -To eat more
    -To be healthy
    -Necessary for my occupation
    -Family history of obesity and diabetes
    -The voices tell me too
  • SkimFlatWhite68
    SkimFlatWhite68 Posts: 1,254 Member
    I do weight training for the very specific reason of looking better.

    I want to have a great body (or the best it can be in my 40's). I lift weights 4 times a week, and I love it, makes me feel good. Plus there is the added bonus of getting to look at the muscled up fellas in the weight room... just saying... helps with the motivation to go.

    I do a bit of HIIT and walking to get my steps up so I can eat more. I try to do at least 10,000 steps a day - up to 15,000.
  • Adriam88
    Adriam88 Posts: 78 Member
    Because there was only one year in my life that I was actually happy with how I looked (Grade 12). Since I put on weight again I'm just a fit person stuck in a chubby body. I'm SICK of feeling that way & I'm SICK of my excuses & I'm determined to look how I feel inside! I WILL be fit & sexy again and I'll do what I have to to get it!

    Also because I love how good I feel after a workout, I feel happy that I accomplished something for myself & even when I'm having a ****ty day, I always feel so much better!

    And finally; Because I want to be that girl that wears anything I want and KNOW I look damn good in it. I want to stand out as someone who really cares about their body & takes care of it!
  • davidlo421
    davidlo421 Posts: 144
    For myself I find it easier to kick *kitten* at the gym , than sticking to my diet..
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  • goalss4nika
    goalss4nika Posts: 529 Member
    So I can lose weight!! Exercising is not fun to me but I have no choice in doing so. Zumba is great tho :-)
  • kathleenjoyful
    kathleenjoyful Posts: 210 Member
    I don't drive, so other than public transport for further distances, I try to walk as much as possible for NEAT. I do so much other exercise at the gym (cardio, lifting) and home workouts (Pilates, yoga) because I love food! I am miserable when I'm hungry. Exercise is also a great stress reliever for me, and really helps my mental health. I love feeling healthy, and strong.
  • MelsAuntie
    MelsAuntie Posts: 2,833 Member
    To get the stalls clean and to get the hay in!!!
  • GrumpierCat
    GrumpierCat Posts: 5
    Because I'm incredibly insecure.
  • _EndGame_
    _EndGame_ Posts: 770 Member
    I exercise to build a deficit, which means I can eat more food.

    Let's not forget all the other advantageous benefits of exercise!
  • The_Enginerd
    The_Enginerd Posts: 3,982 Member
    Half of it is because I like to eat...

    I also like being able to be a better me
  • wswilliams67
    wswilliams67 Posts: 938 Member
    1. Cheaper than therapy. I get more sessions with a gym membership for the same price. ;-)

    2. The endorphin rush.

    3. Sleep better.

    4. Diabetes control.

    5. More stamina for sex.
  • HeidiMightyRawr
    HeidiMightyRawr Posts: 3,343 Member
    To get really really strong.

    Eating more is bonus, a very much appreciated bonus that comes a close 2nd to the getting strong! Since I love food and get hungry often.
  • lioooba
    lioooba Posts: 105 Member
    To make my ex regret everything.. :brokenheart: man thats so sad hahaha :cry: :laugh:
    Nah, but i am so into exercising now, i just do it because it makes me feel good! :smile:
  • Mrsallypants
    Mrsallypants Posts: 887 Member
    to get her into the van without the tazer, and to lift heavy things for work.
  • michellemybelll
    michellemybelll Posts: 2,228 Member
    it makes me feel like super woman.
  • griff7809
    griff7809 Posts: 611 Member
    My ultimate goal is to feel comfortable jogging in public with my shirt off.
  • Groovyca2022
    Groovyca2022 Posts: 21,378 Member
    flat abs, strong arms, lean legs and bubble butt! lol...
  • Myhaloslipped
    Myhaloslipped Posts: 4,317 Member
    To make my ex regret everything.. :brokenheart: man thats so sad hahaha :cry: :laugh:
    Nah, but i am so into exercising now, i just do it because it makes me feel good! :smile:

    Haha the very first time I started working out with a trainer, she asked "Are you going through a breakup?" She was right! lol.

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