Starting 2 workouts a day with prayer

This thread is more appropriate for a private group, not in the main forums.

Hi Pals, I've started today with 2 workouts a day. So far so good. I've also felt compelled to pray not just about my weight but also about other aspects of my life. God has always been a big part of my life. I know with hard work, dedication, and faith all things are possible. Just wondering if any other pals are using prayer to help them in their journey?

I'm making an assumption since you're referencing "God" and not "Allah" etc. that you are a Christian..if so, you may also want to look into several Christian themed groups on here.

I use the "Run for God" program at my church. It's a national program so there are chapters all over but it's similar to the "Couch to 5K" (C25K) program but with a Bible study/prayer component. Our church is hosting a 5K in an attempt to do outreach to non-Christians who happen to be runners at the end of May. The Website is www.runforgod.com if running appeals to you and you want to look for chapters of it in your area.

It is written: With God/Jesus we can run the race, he makes us strong in our weakness! All things are possible...Perfect love casts out all fear. Prayer works! Join the group "With a little help from Jesus" and Be blessed in all your efforts, we don't have to do it alone

i concur that this post can stay right here in the main forum. i mean, he is looking for Motivation and Support right?? (not really looking for an answer to this question) once again the Christians can be quiet and move to your private forums so not to offend anyone. everyone else be loud and proud. if you don't like the topic....move along please. otherwise be positive and supportive. I Love You Man!
i pray and read scripture every morning and the one piece of support i can give is that if you are a daily prayerful person, pray with your spouse if you have one and are not already doing so. i have been doing so recently and it is really powerful how it has brought us together. so if you struggle with weight or something else have your spouse pray specifically for that. get other to do the same. be in relationship with others praying for and with you.

During one of my spin classes last week the instructor had a two min song where we just rode and refocused ourselves. I found myself praying and asking god to help me defeat my fears and pain and to help me work my body in the way it needs to be worked. The 2nd half of the class went much smoother for me. I found it so calming.

i concur that this post can stay right here in the main forum. i mean, he is looking for Motivation and Support right?? (not really looking for an answer to this question) once again the Christians can be quiet and move to your private forums so not to offend anyone. everyone else be loud and proud. if you don't like the topic....move along please. otherwise be positive and supportive.

It is actually against community guidelines.


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Hummm, I don't know why this never occured to me. I think I will try beginning my workouts with a prayer. I begin so many other things that way. Good Luck to you?

Great response GS! While I'm a believer in God, I'm always open to others contributions as to what "floats their boat, religious beliefs" or simply meditating and lighting candles to remove negativity etc. Sad how many "wig out" when they hear the word God!

Didn't read where somebody said science has "nothing to do with it?" As you know it's all mathematical! Burn more than you take in and the weight will drop! However, if somebody praises their God, Allah, Buddha or whatever spirit they choose and it motivates them, then there is nothing wrong with that is there?

I pray to Satan before every bike ride.

i concur that this post can stay right here in the main forum. i mean, he is looking for Motivation and Support right?? (not really looking for an answer to this question) once again the Christians can be quiet and move to your private forums so not to offend anyone. everyone else be loud and proud. if you don't like the topic....move along please. otherwise be positive and supportive.

It is actually against community guidelines.


15. Divisive Topics Are Better Suited For Groups, Not the Main Forums

Divisive topics and posts, particularly those that seek input from or are relevant only to a select group of users, are better placed within an appropriate Group rather than the Main Forums. For example, topics relevant to only one religion should not be placed on the main forums but rather within a group related to that religion.

and i don't see where this is a divisive topic. it has been very inclusive. many aspects of prayer, meditation, etc. have been invited and involved.

Has anyone seen the film "God is not dead"? It has a very strong message and based on true story...The truth is the truth...and it does set us free...with that....

Pretty much sums up what people call divisive (the movie plot)--divisive is fear/anger/mistrust/distrust/greed/jealousy/envy etc ...Love is inclusive....not fear. God is love and with that said, its a freedom we have in the USA still...no reason to hide it ...Jesus is the healer, there is so much tied up in weight loss, addictions, better health, our very lives...relationships...God is at the center of it all there is physical/material and spiritual...Our bodies, health, every breathe is a gift...Our body is a temple where the holy spirit resides..our bodies are amazing, its ability to carry us, repair, build, give life etc..thanks be to God. This is all in response to the OP and those that are interested, just like other forums about various diets, exercise plans and motivators....we can chose to read, believe or follow...My faith is a major motivator and help to my overall health...with that gratitude & support for poster and inquiry

I loved reading your post as well, and agree with a lot of the comments here. I also start each day with prayer and often pray before and/or during most of my workouts. It's a shame that in this country's attempt to be more "diverse" and "open minded" to all the other religions we have to shut down or put down Christianity.

I too pray.. Trying to take better care of this body because my grandmother used to say. "Take care of your body because it is the vehicle that carries your soul around". I thought it was funny but now knows what she meant. I will never be ashamed because of my faith. Thanks for posting this..