Weight Lifting NSV

travelgirl77
travelgirl77 Posts: 99 Member
edited January 25 in Fitness and Exercise
Hey all!
I know I can put this up in motivation or success stories, but I figured this would be the board where people would come regarding lifting. I had a major breakthrough today (well, at least for me). I lifted with the barbell and free weights over in the "manly" part of the gym. I say "manly" because this is where a lot of the guys are and rarely are there any girls. I was the only girl over there today and with no shame, I kept checking my phone regarding form for moves and just executed them! I even asked a guy if I could work in with him on the incline bench. Anyway, I am super happy I did this and honestly, I respect myself so much for getting out of my comfort zone! If I can do this, anyone can!
Sarah

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  • Iron_Lotus
    Iron_Lotus Posts: 2,295 Member
    That is a great NSV! Good for you!
  • Ninguneado73
    Ninguneado73 Posts: 832
    Good for you, congratulations!
  • Morninglory81
    Morninglory81 Posts: 1,190 Member
    Awesome! It feels so good to do things that make you uncomfortable enough to grow.
  • kirabob
    kirabob Posts: 481 Member
    Congrats - and now that you've crossed over to the 'manly' section, now you can do so any time you want with no fear!
  • MeIShouldB
    MeIShouldB Posts: 578 Member
    Hey all!
    I know I can put this up in motivation or success stories, but I figured this would be the board where people would come regarding lifting. I had a major breakthrough today (well, at least for me). I lifted with the barbell and free weights over in the "manly" part of the gym. I say "manly" because this is where a lot of the guys are and rarely are there any girls. I was the only girl over there today and with no shame, I kept checking my phone regarding form for moves and just executed them! I even asked a guy if I could work in with him on the incline bench. Anyway, I am super happy I did this and honestly, I respect myself so much for getting out of my comfort zone! If I can do this, anyone can!
    Sarah

    GREAT!!
  • vickidiane13
    vickidiane13 Posts: 22 Member
    That is an awesome victory! I sooooo need to get the courage to do just that too! It is intimidating, and you were very brave!
  • nixerific
    nixerific Posts: 76 Member
    WAY TO GO! I have been over on that side for a while now, but I'm still waaaay too shy to talk to any of the bros. I'm sure their nice, but they are all beef cakes and I'm just starting.
  • DragonSquatter
    DragonSquatter Posts: 957 Member
    I did this dance after reading this just for you in my living room.

    Get your lift on girl!

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  • Iron_Duchess
    Iron_Duchess Posts: 429 Member
    Congrats in having the courage to conquer what it is rightfully ours too! Welcome and have fun.
  • KyleB65
    KyleB65 Posts: 1,196 Member
    WTG!
  • rfechter
    rfechter Posts: 109 Member
    Thanks for the inspiration. I am still trying to get the courage to use the free weight section of the campus recreation center. As an overweight middle age woman I just feel too intimidated by all the young men always crowding the area. I still need to get the point where I can say it just doesn't matter. Way to go.
  • GiddyupTim
    GiddyupTim Posts: 2,819 Member
    So kewl.
  • travelgirl77
    travelgirl77 Posts: 99 Member
    Thanks for all of the positive feedback! And, for those of you who are still nervous, I completely understand. I am significantly overweight, but I just thought to myself, if I want to get tighter while losing weight, I am going to have to lift some weight. Also, those muscles look gorgeous on those men and I can only assume they will look equally gorgeous on me. Sure, today during my squats my tummy got all squished up and out, but darn it if I wasn't trying to do something about it. And, while I was not confident at first and during the workout, I pretended to be, and guess what, by the end, I was. You've got this!
  • Hexahedra
    Hexahedra Posts: 894 Member
    You go girl! You're well on your way to get toned!
  • bonitacash08
    bonitacash08 Posts: 378 Member
    Congrats!
  • crystal2point0
    crystal2point0 Posts: 52 Member
    Congrats on not only taking charge and moving into the 'man" area but ALSO for doing the asking someone to work in......alot of guys dont even do that! WTG
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