Why I work out...

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  • lporter229
    lporter229 Posts: 4,907 Member
    Because I am battling some seriously bad genetics when it comes to health, so I figure I have to do all I can to stay healthy.
  • ChristyRunStarr
    ChristyRunStarr Posts: 1,600 Member
    I like the way I feel after a good work out. I work out early in the morning and it makes may day.

    same for me...and if I work out after work, it makes a crappy day ok
  • beckyboop712
    beckyboop712 Posts: 383 Member
    Because running is the reason I still have my sanity. All the negative energy goes away while I'm running...and the more pissed off I am, the faster and harder I run. Works (almost) every time! Besides, no one wants to be around me when I am unable to run.
  • sarahrbraun
    sarahrbraun Posts: 2,261 Member
    Share why you work out....

    For me: I want to be self sufficient. I want to be able to install and remove the air conditioners without waiting for anyone else. And I really don't want a repeat of yesterday when the pin that I needed to pull on the bench at the gym to adjust the bench was stuck and I had to ask a guy to pull it for me.

    1. I have a mentally ill son. He's 17, 5'4" and 130lbs. When he wiggs out, I HAVE to be able to dominate and restrain him.

    2. exercise releases endorphins, endorphins make you happy...

    3. I want to look good in my clothes...I want to look good without my clothes.

    4. I want to be a bad *kitten* and be able to effortlessly throw around 50lb bags of chicken feed and swing a sledge hammer when I need to.
  • ukulele2010
    ukulele2010 Posts: 126 Member
    I want to look good naked - and be fit. I find it helpful to have some goals - triathlons, running, cycling, strength, etc. to keep me motivated.
  • KiltFuPanda
    KiltFuPanda Posts: 574 Member
    To prove to myself and to others that I can get healthier, and despite the fact I'm over 300 lbs, I'm NOT one of those people who need Richard Simmons, or gastric bypass, or anything drastic.

    To test my limits - before I started hitting the gym earlier this year, I knew I was strong, but I didn't know exactly HOW strong. Working out lets me find out where I stand and how I can improve.

    Looking good is not an issue - working out can't fix my face :P
  • frando
    frando Posts: 583 Member
    At first it was to prove I could do it- sooo many people doubted that I would stick to going to the gym I have proved them wrong - six months and 31lb later >3

    Now I find it relaxing, in an odd way and very social. I can get all my aggression and angsty feelings out whilst doing my cardio and think things over during weights. Now I'm a regular, six months of continued attendance, I talk to those who are there the same time I am and we do have a giggle in the changing rooms!
  • bcattoes
    bcattoes Posts: 17,299 Member
    Number one reason - health. I do not believe it is possible to stay healthy as I age without regular exercise (I'm 51)

    Number two reason - vanity. I like to look good and my husband is several years younger.

    Number three reason - I like to brag about what I can do. Not to strangers, I'm not one of those people, just to friends/family that also work out and understand. And MFP or FB friends.
  • 1ConcreteGirl
    1ConcreteGirl Posts: 3,677 Member
    1) To look good
    2) To feel strong
    3) To know that I can rely on my body. If I want to pick something up, kick someone's *kitten*, pull off a handspring, I want to know my body will be there for me, ready to do whatever I need.
  • susanmc31
    susanmc31 Posts: 287 Member
    Because I feel better when I'm active.

    ... and because lifting heavy weights makes me feel bad *kitten* :)

    ^^^THIS^^
  • auroranflash
    auroranflash Posts: 3,569 Member
    Some guy once told me that, for a female, my body is built like a 'combat chassis'

    I'll show him a gddmn combat chassis.
  • ckmama
    ckmama Posts: 1,668 Member
    because I'm a people watcher. ---and that makes me feel better :smile: It relaxes me to watch people. Weird I know:wink:
  • DenyseMarieL
    DenyseMarieL Posts: 673 Member
    I work out because I can. I run because there are others that can't. I don't have an excuse.
  • crazybookworm
    crazybookworm Posts: 779 Member
    I work out for my health both physically and mentally. I exercise to maintain my weight, to blow off steam and to de-stress. Working out balances my mind and body. Working out makes me the best version of myself I can be!
  • rmhand
    rmhand Posts: 1,067 Member
    So I am more capable to do more heavy lifting.
    To be happy.
    To be stronger than I look.
  • skcardiog
    skcardiog Posts: 316 Member
    So I can look good naked and outrun zombies if I have too ! ( I want to look better naked then the zombies do. )
  • MsNewBooty83
    MsNewBooty83 Posts: 985 Member
    my body appreciates it :D and it shows..i think :P lol.
    love how i feel, love that i can wear shorts for the 1st time in my life! lol
  • mrs_schultz2012
    mrs_schultz2012 Posts: 395 Member
    I want to feel/look sexy
  • kathim429
    kathim429 Posts: 379 Member
    to clear my head and get my body BACK!!
  • sarahisme18
    sarahisme18 Posts: 574 Member
    It makes me feel good! No matter what my weight is, I always feel better about my body when I'm working out on a regular basis. I also think it is FUN. I love to dance and move and be able to do more than I could do last time. :)
  • MrsPong
    MrsPong Posts: 580 Member
    I love the way my body changes after weeks of hardwork. I like the toned look, and also since I've been working out with my husband, I love the fact he loves to watch me lift/run and we get time together alone with no work or kids :)

    I also get to see his huge muscles in action :blushing:
  • sarahisme18
    sarahisme18 Posts: 574 Member
    Three reasons:

    To look good
    To feel good
    So I can eat ALL the food!!!!!

    :drinker:
  • DoOrDoNotThereIsNoTry1
    DoOrDoNotThereIsNoTry1 Posts: 149 Member
    Stress release!
  • PlunderBunneh
    PlunderBunneh Posts: 1,705 Member
    To break the barriers that I set for myself.

    Because I can.

    Because I kinda like being badass.
  • ball858
    ball858 Posts: 395 Member
    1: because I'm an addict (to exercise that is)
    2: it is a better stress relief than drinking
    3: to look and feel good
  • peuglow
    peuglow Posts: 684 Member
    Because I like punching people in the face.

    And because I want a killer six pack. And really good looking.

    And I'm vain.
  • svalsonis
    svalsonis Posts: 7
    So I don't have to drink light beer. *shudders*

    I know this feeling!
  • miracole
    miracole Posts: 492 Member
    Because "I went for a 20k long run" is a much better answer to "what did you do this weekend" than "oh, nothing really".

    and also because without it there is NO way I could justify the occasional consumption of banana hazelnut crepes.
  • svalsonis
    svalsonis Posts: 7
    I work out because I can. I run because there are others that can't. I don't have an excuse.

    Great response! I like this!
  • fiona2785
    fiona2785 Posts: 82
    I started because I wanted to lose weight, and I carry on going because it makes me feel AMAZING!

    And I want to look good naked. Duh.

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