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what gets you motivated?

micl86
micl86 Posts: 48
edited January 5 in Chit-Chat
I usually workout six days a week and probably 2 of the days I don't feel like doing anything. What gets you all going? these two usually work for me.

1 I would have to say the mirror is a big motivator not in a conceded way but were i see the most results of my hard work.
2 would be pre work out for the gym when simple carbs simply cant cut it.

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  • ironanimal
    ironanimal Posts: 5,922 Member
    Feeling like a lazy *kitten* if I skip a day helps :laugh:
  • sho3girl
    sho3girl Posts: 10,799 Member
    my news feed where all my friends logged massive burns!

    mirror

    **knowing** i will feel better afterwards :)
  • bkw2488
    bkw2488 Posts: 190 Member
    Reminding myself how great I feel after I am done working out! Plus, it’s a nice break from the kids!
  • taekwonkenpo
    taekwonkenpo Posts: 1,004
    I don't want a break from my kids. I love every moment i can be with them and wish i could be with them all the time.

    In terms of getting me motivated. I am not going to lie. Looking at a picture of someone with a body that i really wish i had helps me to keep going. Gives me a goal to try and strive for.
  • sijomial
    sijomial Posts: 19,809 Member
    Sometimes it's logging my food (and drink!) in advance so I know I have to exercise to get back in balance and hit my target for the day.
  • micl86
    micl86 Posts: 48
    i know what you mean i get the biggest feeling of guilt if i don't go to the gym for one day. even my day off.
  • micl86
    micl86 Posts: 48
    the burn always means you get a good workout. that is something i will def have to think about more
  • micl86
    micl86 Posts: 48
    lol sometimes i feel like my kids are my workout lol
  • micl86
    micl86 Posts: 48
    motivated pictures are definitely a great tool I think the ninja turtle is having that affect on me now.
  • micl86
    micl86 Posts: 48
    Logging food,drinks and calories is huge it really keeps you paranoid about eating the wrong things. It also determines if you need to put in a little extra effort on workouts.
  • taekwonkenpo
    taekwonkenpo Posts: 1,004
    motivated pictures are definitely a great tool I think the ninja turtle is having that affect on me now.

    Yea you are in good shape but your not up to ninja turtle standards yet so keep on pushing. :smile:
  • micl86
    micl86 Posts: 48
    lol.. I sure will
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