What lit your fire?
sabrinaguinn
Posts: 16 Member
I think everyone that is actively losing was once in what I call... excuses hell.
Usually there's a period of time where you're like.. okay. This is it
What was your end of being out of shape motivation?
Usually there's a period of time where you're like.. okay. This is it
What was your end of being out of shape motivation?
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My wedding pictures! :sad: :sad:0
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Aw.
when I look at pictures I feel bad too.
But itll be okay.
Nice thin vow renewal photos in your future right?
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Photos taken of myself that are in my students yearbook. When I saw those pictures I couldn't believe how big I let myself become during the last school year.0
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I avoid pictures like the plague.
So when I see one that someone else took my confidence tends to.. well. Die.
So you're a teacher then?0 -
When the doctor told me I wouldn't live another five years at the rate I was going! Nothing like the writing on the wall. That was almost 4.5 years ago. It took me a good six months for the realization that she was correct before I started doing anything about it.0
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A combination of a lot.
Most recently. Meeting a guy I was attracted to (which doesn't happen often after a really bad last relationship) and knowing he didn't like me because I'm fat.
But after starting this journey I am doing it for me, and could care less about him. Hoping one day I'll run into him when I'm 3, 4, 5 sizes smaller and he can see what he missed out on, cause he ain't getting it.
It took about 8 weeks to even start logging food/exercise. Now I don't know...it has just clicked and I'm loving it and loving MFP.0 -
I hate photos and anyone who tries and takes a photo ends up seeing a hand instead
My left ankle was not healing and constantly rehurting itself making it difficult to walk. When I got the first 20 pounds off, it healed and I'm back to walking long distances again.0 -
Splitting up with my wife after finding out she was cheating on me, had my life back to myself again and there was a lot of things I wanted to do and I couldn't physically do them at the time (Play footy, mountain biking etc.) so time to get fit!0
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Wedding photos also. And because my husband is such a stud- muffin! I feel like he deserves so much better than.....this. He's athletic and handsome, I'm fat and frumpy. My weight exploded over the last couple years. I used to be around 175-185. That was "normal" for me, although still overweight for my height. Then I got divorced. Then I got pregnant again. Then I quit smoking (yay). Then lost my job. Then got married again. It's been a whirlwind of changes and stress. Now, I'm at my heaviest ever....231. I remember when I vowed never to go above 200, but when I did I was pregnant with baby number 2, so I was like, alright. But the weight only went up after. Today, I weighed myself for the first time since... I don't know when. I'm so tired of never feeling good enough. Today I decided that my happiness is more important than food.0
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When the doctor told me I wouldn't live another five years at the rate I was going! Nothing like the writing on the wall. That was almost 4.5 years ago. It took me a good six months for the realization that she was correct before I started doing anything about it.
I imagine that would be quite the wake up call. I never realized the impact my weight made in my pcos until I researched it and found out what it could cause. Health nightmares. It really is an awakening above others. 0 -
A combination of a lot.
Most recently. Meeting a guy I was attracted to (which doesn't happen often after a really bad last relationship) and knowing he didn't like me because I'm fat.
But after starting this journey I am doing it for me, and could care less about him. Hoping one day I'll run into him when I'm 3, 4, 5 sizes smaller and he can see what he missed out on, cause he ain't getting it.
It took about 8 weeks to even start logging food/exercise. Now I don't know...it has just clicked and I'm loving it and loving MFP.
Definitely! I hope he does run into you! It'll be an awesome feeling. And you'll most likely have someone else on your arm too
I feel the same. One day something just clicked. It didn't click before and I feel that's why I failed. But once it does click its awesome. 0 -
I hate photos and anyone who tries and takes a photo ends up seeing a hand instead
My left ankle was not healing and constantly rehurting itself making it difficult to walk. When I got the first 20 pounds off, it healed and I'm back to walking long distances again.
Haha! I have a sixth sense for when a camera is pointed at me I swear!
I'm so glad for you! I pray that you make a full recovery! I would be so sad to not have my long distance walks!0 -
I'm half way through my weight loss journey but I've been in maintenance at this weight for almost a year. I intentionally went into maintenance because I was just burned out on focusing on losing and I had a lot and I mean a LOT of stuff going on. I've been living in a place where it's really hard to track my food and it's 105 degrees so exercise is difficult. Yep I've sure got excuses....
I'll be moving back to the states in January and I just said to my self, that I could move back at my current weight and start restart my weight loss journey when I get back.... OR I can get a jump start on things and be 20 pounds lighter. I voted for the 20 pounds. It's the least aggressive weight loss mini goal I've ever had. I'm usually a "go big or go home" kind of person but I'm trying not to sabotage myself with an all or nothing attitude so I figure that 1 pound a week is a good compromise between maintenance and pushing super hard for 2-3 pounds a week.0 -
Chronic, annoying pain and chest discomfort. Still have both but I do feel better, and am learning new ways to fight through and still do right for myself, even when I do hurt or feel very fatigued. It's working! Very thankful.
Barb (Bree)0 -
When i looked in the mirror and started to cry.. I was like, how can you do this to yourself young lady? You could have a perfectly healthy and fit body, if you decided to make a difference for once!0
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Splitting up with my wife after finding out she was cheating on me, had my life back to myself again and there was a lot of things I wanted to do and I couldn't physically do them at the time (Play footy, mountain biking etc.) so time to get fit!
I'm sorry that happened to you. Cheating is a coward thing to do to somebody. If anything after you've made the investment in yourself to fitness she'll most likely regret her decision, but you'll be in a better place by then surely 0 -
Aw. when I look at pictures I feel bad too.
But itll be okay.
Nice thin vow renewal photos in your future right?
Definitely! I've been trying to talk hubby into it. We had a tiny wedding, just grandparents, parents and his siblings there. It'd be nice to have a big vow renewal.0 -
Wedding photos also. And because my husband is such a stud- muffin! I feel like he deserves so much better than.....this. He's athletic and handsome, I'm fat and frumpy. My weight exploded over the last couple years. I used to be around 175-185. That was "normal" for me, although still overweight for my height. Then I got divorced. Then I got pregnant again. Then I quit smoking (yay). Then lost my job. Then got married again. It's been a whirlwind of changes and stress. Now, I'm at my heaviest ever....231. I remember when I vowed never to go above 200, but when I did I was pregnant with baby number 2, so I was like, alright. But the weight only went up after. Today, I weighed myself for the first time since... I don't know when. I'm so tired of never feeling good enough. Today I decided that my happiness is more important than food.
Awe stress makes weight loss difficult.
But you definitely deserve the change! Not only for yourself but for your babies. You can still love food and be healthy! My love for food and cooking has resulted in some awesome dishes.
Your happiness is number one and you are worth it 0 -
I'm half way through my weight loss journey but I've been in maintenance at this weight for almost a year. I intentionally went into maintenance because I was just burned out on focusing on losing and I had a lot and I mean a LOT of stuff going on. I've been living in a place where it's really hard to track my food and it's 105 degrees so exercise is difficult. Yep I've sure got excuses....
I'll be moving back to the states in January and I just said to my self, that I could move back at my current weight and start restart my weight loss journey when I get back.... OR I can get a jump start on things and be 20 pounds lighter. I voted for the 20 pounds. It's the least aggressive weight loss mini goal I've ever had. I'm usually a "go big or go home" kind of person but I'm trying not to sabotage myself with an all or nothing attitude so I figure that 1 pound a week is a good compromise between maintenance and pushing super hard for 2-3 pounds a week.
I've just learned how beneficial small goals can be. It's easy to focus on how far away the long run is but the short goals come sooner and often bring more motivation.
Sometimes it is hard to stay on track with nutrition. I falter there and try to make up for it with exercise but I know my true results will be better when I get nutrition on point.
It's awesome you went for the head start. It's like when people wait for Monday to start diets. If not now, when?0 -
a move after a stressful year in a bad neighborhood
to a place with a full length mirror right in front of the shower door
combined with a new neighborhood with little to do but 6 gyms in a 4 block radius and a very quiet area where one can reflect
combined with a day that i discovered not only could i run, but i LOVED it
just the right combination of wanting to and needing to and just enough obsession to keep it going.
im just here for the adrenaline rush and the weight loss is a great bonus!
calorie counting is like a game of tetris, but with food.
have a nice night!0 -
Chronic, annoying pain and chest discomfort. Still have both but I do feel better, and am learning new ways to fight through and still do right for myself, even when I do hurt or feel very fatigued. It's working! Very thankful.
Barb (Bree)
I have had chronic back pain for the last 5 years. Have you found any pain easing exercises?
My medicine is the only thing that gets me through workouts and fatigue. I fear the day I might get taken off it.0 -
I am Diabetic and was in the E.R. for hypertension a little while back. The doctor basically told me that If I didn't diet and exercise it would not be a matter of if I would have complications it was just a matter of when. He also told me that I would be dead in 5 years tops if I didn't this under control0
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I am Diabetic and was in the E.R. for hypertension a little while back. The doctor basically told me that If I didn't diet and exercise it would not be a matter of if I would have complications it was just a matter of when. He also told me that I would be dead in 5 years tops if I didn't this under control
Pcos puts me at risk to become diabetic. I hope I can get it under control with weight loss. It looks like you've gotten off to a great start! Any changes in your symptoms?0 -
a move after a stressful year in a bad neighborhood
to a place with a full length mirror right in front of the shower door
combined with a new neighborhood with little to do but 6 gyms in a 4 block radius and a very quiet area where one can reflect
combined with a day that i discovered not only could i run, but i LOVED it
just the right combination of wanting to and needing to and just enough obsession to keep it going.
im just here for the adrenaline rush and the weight loss is a great bonus!
calorie counting is like a game of tetris, but with food.
have a nice night!
Very true haha. I won't have to calorie count as much when I completely shift to healthy foods. I wish I loved running! I usually get to a jog at most but my anxiety gets really bad if people watch me run. I'm glad you've gotten all the benefits with something you enjoy doing! 0 -
Lots of things but here are the top 3- Being put on insulin because my eating habits could not control my blood sugar level.
My eye dr. telling me that with how my sugars have been that I'm headed for blindness and amputations within the next few years. And to top it all off...one day I could not reach my toes.
That very day I signed up for the YMCA and went every other day. A few days later I met with a diabetes educator that gave me this site. I am so very grateful for it. I never realized just how many calories in a day I was taking in.
Thank you all for being here.0 -
Sadly, I noticed fitter people get more respect/listened too, and while I was working, that would of helped a alot. Also it was instructing children (Children sure do ware you out!) which involved a lot of running around and keeping the centre tidy and clean which was hard work it self
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I had gestational diabetes with my son and had a taste of a future with tablets and insulin if I didn't change my ways. Plus, my 30th is fast approaching and spurring my motivation, lol.0
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I had moobs, wasn't really, really overweight or anything but it was enough to remind me of my teenage years being constantly chubby, that and my partner at the time was piling on the pounds too,
She hasn't had her epiphany just yet, I've moved on in so many ways0 -
An absolute accident really. We decided to do a 10 day juice fast at my job. Somewhere during the process I lost some pounds and more importantly found some motivation to stop being fat. I'm taking it one day at a time, that's all I can do.0
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From dieting on and off for years, and someone telling me that I couldn't last doing it, and I decided I could and I would. I know it's not the best reason, but enough to push me into saying "your wrong I can do it!"0
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