Howdy Folks.

Oberone

Not used to posting on here, but thought I'd try it. I tend to use my size (6'4" and 344 lbs) as a defense mechanism. I'm big and burly and as a result people leave me pretty much alone. I'm approaching 40 (next year) and thought I'd do some review to see where I am in my life, what I like and don't like. The introspection/reflection helped me realize the underlying reasons for some of my weight. I am making changes to correct it. It's not a diet, it's a change in lifestyle. My first goal is not a weight goal or something out of my control. My first goal for my lifestyle change is if I'm out and running around town, I can't go home until I go by the gym. I don't have to work out. I don't have to sweat or exercise. I have to go to the gym and go through the door. Then I can go home. The goal is to just get in the habit of going to the gym daily and / or several times a week. I find I don't mind working out once I'm there, but getting there is the battle.

Goal1: Go to the gym before going home when you're out and running. Only has to be one time per day.

HannahMarieMcDougald

That's a great goal! Welcome...And good luck......

Alysgrma

Hi! That is a great goal. For me I have to have goals. My very first goal was just to walk to the end of the street. It took me 2 different days to get that done. Once I saw I could do it I kept pushing myself and now I can walk 5 miles doing some jogging in between the walking I might add :happy:
You can do anything once you get your mind around it. I have joined a gym myself and that is so different for me but I am willing to give it a try. Good Luck :laugh:

Mary

Losing2Live69

My first goal was to walk a mile. It took me over an hour and I huffed and puffed and had cramps in my side. Now I can walk 3 miles in less than an hour. You will get there. Increase what you do a baby step at a time every day.

Shannon_Nicole83

Hello!! I have the same issue with the gym. I hate it. If I can talk myself into getting there I'm usually alright, but getting there is tough. One night I got ready, drove down there...and kept driving. Ended up at Burger King. Yeah, cause that's helping right? :noway: Got off to a rough start, things are getting better....but I still hate going to the gym. I've found that cheesey work out video's in the comfort of my own home work better for me. Good luck!!

Oberone

Thanks to everyone who stopped by to say "HELLO!" I'm excited to be here.