I've lost the "why"?

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  • nicholawelch
    nicholawelch Posts: 74 Member
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    I want to be able to run around with my children without almost killing myself. I also want to look better and wear nicer clothes. I also feel better when i exercise
  • redcat17
    redcat17 Posts: 267 Member
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    So I can carrry more shopping bags at once!

    Oh, okay. Really, its because of health and that I like it. Exercise is (almost) the best stress relief in the world.
  • jennyb612
    jennyb612 Posts: 83
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    I have neurological condition and been wheelchair since 2005. I've used Wii Fit for gentle physio for years and gradually built up to been able to do more active games with faster movements like boxing which then has helped me to lose weight.

    It's also helped my co-ordination and balance, relieved back pain and I've had no progression for the last year and have in fact made improvement much to the amazement of my Neurologist! :happy:

    Now I can stand and walk with crutches, only for few steps but makes transfers easier... my 'why' is that I can't take anything for granted and have to work hard to keep every bit of independence and movement!

    I want to HUG YOU! you're amazing and inspirational.
  • jesscarows
    jesscarows Posts: 31 Member
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    Helps with the depression I have struggled with for most of my life.
    I have more energy to keep up with my 2 sons.
    Being a good role model for my kids.
    I get to eat more, and enjoy the food I eat rather than feeling guilty.
    Feeling strong, and looking good :)
  • beccaguinness
    beccaguinness Posts: 12 Member
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    Because I get to eat more.

    hahaha brilliant!!
  • PShep17
    PShep17 Posts: 221 Member
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    It's a pick me up. I use it to combat being angry.

    Currently working my way out of an episode of depression and exercising gives me a purpose, that feel good factor when you finish. And it releases those endorphins that I'm always hearing about :)
  • claire7090
    claire7090 Posts: 67
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    I exercise because I never want to go back to the weight I was - I love being the way I am and want to still be this weight or less in 20+ years and I want to be fit enough to chase my grandchildren (my children are only 8 and 5) in 20 years time!
  • enigmatic319
    enigmatic319 Posts: 7
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    Wow! I didn't think anyone would answer!

    I think that's it's great for everyone to share this :)
  • winonajosephine
    winonajosephine Posts: 122 Member
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    - to support my love affair with chocolate
    - sweating is fun
    - gives me something constructive to do
    - has shown me that I'm capable of more than I ever thought
    - allows me to play and play and play with my kid and not get worn out
    - free entertainment for the family (walking/running/biking together)
    - cheaper than therapy

    Need more???

    :bigsmile: exactly!!! even though I really haven't been good at it lately!
  • Pakitalian
    Pakitalian Posts: 218 Member
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    Because I get to eat more.


    ^^^THIS^^ I get to have my 2 fun size twix or kit kats at night :)
  • Bmontgomery613
    Bmontgomery613 Posts: 200 Member
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    Because I get to eat more.

    This. I almost have panic attacks on days when I don't exercise because the thought of staying in my set calorie range scares me a bit.

    Also, I do it for the feeling right after I work out. The one where I feel strong and capable. I like feeling like that.
  • sofaking6
    sofaking6 Posts: 4,589 Member
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    Everything physical is easier if you have some muscle strength and lung capacity. One tough hour can make the other 23 a lot better.
  • gibbsterp08
    gibbsterp08 Posts: 7
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    It is true that the first step is always the hardest. I sometimes struggl with getting up and moving but there are alot of reasons why- they all depend on what it is I am doing. I play softball to meet new people- and to eat ice cream after (church league), I walk to spend time with friends and catch up, I "run" because I want more than anything to be a runner but haven't made it yet....what ever I am doing and for what ever reason I always feel great (after a few minutes anyway) once I have completed the activity.
  • steveh08
    steveh08 Posts: 66 Member
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    I want to be an athlete again

    Totally this.
  • Pakitalian
    Pakitalian Posts: 218 Member
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    Because I like to buy cute lingerie

    Because I like to eat

    and because certain "positions" become easier... hee hee :blushing: :blushing:
  • thatsnumberwang
    thatsnumberwang Posts: 398 Member
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    Because strong people are harder to kill than weak people.
  • winonajosephine
    winonajosephine Posts: 122 Member
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    Endorphins make me feel good
    I leave work on auto pilot and nearly always find myself in the gym
    I can eat more
    I sleep better
    My skin has improved
    I enjoy it
    I like to challenge myself
    Improved muscle tone
    Its helped me lose a lot of weight
    Swimming has made a certain part of my body a bit perkier
    I am stronger
    I am fitter than I have ever been despite being in my 40's
    Clothes look better on me
    Its made me more confident
    I can run for the bus
    I've walked a half marathon
    I get twitchy if I can't exercise
    I prefer it to sitting in front the of TV most evenings

    :bigsmile: LOVE IT!
  • Tandksmommy11
    Tandksmommy11 Posts: 399 Member
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    I don't WANT work out, in fact I don't even like to work out. BUT, I need to be physically fit for my career choice so it's no longer an option. I need to be in shape, and working out is the only way that I am going to get there.
  • emgawne
    emgawne Posts: 265 Member
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    i sit at a desk all day so i crave the movement.
    also, it makes me feel accomplished. :)

    then are the health benefits...my family history is high cholesterol, high blood pressure, diabetes, and heart disease. I dont want to get any of those.
  • ColleenAtherton
    ColleenAtherton Posts: 230 Member
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    I exercise because it makes me feel like a rockstar!




    And because I don't want to die first in the zombie apocalypse.

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