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what is your why for being healthy?
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freak4iron wrote: »I want to inspire people. I wAnt to wake up everyday with the thoughts of maybe I'm just a preschool teacher that sucks at art,lol. But I can do this. I know nutrition and I am inspired by others. And I have s passion for this. I do it so one day I can turn my yes I can, into yes I did.
@getitamb woooow cmon girl! You want to wake up every day telling yourself you're "just" this, and suck at that?... does that sound inspiring to you? Please stop defining yourself by what job you have or your weaknesses.
Focus on the good. I'm sure you're one bada$$ teacher and I bet you make a lot of kids hAppy to come to school, and you're strong enough to do this, no doubt! That sounds a little more encouraging doesn't it?
@freak4iron yes it does. I was just feeling sorry for myself that day. Thank you for the encouragement:)
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I have 3 boys, 2, 6 &9. They give me a run for my money literally and physically. Life is not life without them.0
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When I first started it was totally about pain reduction and overall health. Now that I'm 20lbs away from goal it's about "oh yeah? let me show ya!" (That's in response to the MANY people in my life that told me at MY AGE getting in shape is impossible! !!)0
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I don't like that abstract "healthy" term and the future is a blur; I think all the "health talk" in the media has made it more difficult for me to get my *kitten* together. My motivation for eating better, being more physically active and losing/maintaining weight is tangible: it makes my body more comfortable to be in, I can move more freely, I can buy cheap and cute clothes, the cravings diminish, and I am more relaxed and happy around food. If all this also adds years to my life and makes me less prone to illness, that's great, but nothing I can relate to just now.0
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I am not aiming for health. I am aiming for weight loss, but health will be a by-product as I am currently overweight. I just want to look like "me", again. And, erm, that is "me" as an adult; not a 15 yr old kid (raises eyebrow).0
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Believe it or not, because I like food. If I don't watch my weight I will be back to being pre-diabetic and having to limit my carbs - not a fun process.0
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Healthy to me means wellness and longevity. I want to be active and vibrant until I die.0
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I just want to not have a breakdown every morning when I get dressed.0
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It wasn't a huge issue until this year. I'm in a relationship and I gained about 20 lbs. I just didn't feel good in clothes, didn't want to even put on makeup. I've always been the bigger girl amongst skinny or average friends, and I'm tired of being overlooked because of my weight.0
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I've just had my second baby three months ago. It was a really difficult pregnancy and I couldn't physically keep up with my eldest son who is two. I decided I didn't want to spend the rest of my life being the mum who was too fat to run around after her kids. I don't want to look perfect, I just don't ever want to feel like I did when I was pregnant and huge ever again!
I also have a two year old and a three month old. I want to be active, healthy and happy for them.0 -
I lost close to 60 pounds three years ago... and in the last three years I gained 50 back! I want to be as happy and healthy and confident as I was back then.0
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You only live once. I'll be dammed if I'm gonna look back on my life and wonder what kind of shape I could have got into if I had just motivated myself and stopped making excuses. *kitten* that. How many people didn't wake up today? Well I did so I'm gonna make it count.0
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I have been the fat girl all my life. I had a hard time in middle and high school. I was bullied. People called me names. I didnt want to go to school. My only escape was food. I had a few friends but after high school we never spoke again. I went to work For 3 years and then got laid off. I havent been back to work in 5 years. I gained more and more weight. I became depressed. My anxiety got way out of control. I took anti anxiety meds every day and i wasn't prescribed them. I just finally needed a change. I went to the dr and i now have been off anxiety meds for six months. And i take prozac daily and i feel great. Now i have the motivation to make a big change in my life. I have never been more motivated than i am now. I feel like a completely different person than i did 6 months ago. I have lost 14 pounds and i have about 60 more to go. Were all gunna struggle and want to quit but i will never quit. I do not want to go back to those dark days. I am very excited to what the future holds for me. Im only 26 years old and i have a whole life ahead of me. Feel free to add me everybody!0
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All three of my brothers have diabetes. I am doing everything my doctor says will help me avoid having it too.0
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My mom was diagnosed last year with lymphoma and is currently in remission. She has made major lifestyle changes in order to do everything she can to stay healthy. I want to take better care of myself as a gift to her so she won't worry as much about me, and so that I can be a better role model for my children. With a better wardrobe.0
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Diabetic Type 1 almost 33 years. I have 0 issues associated with my diabetes. Because of attention to diet and exercise, I may well be healthier than some of my "healthy" friends:) The 33 year war is not easy, but the rewards are endless.0
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My why is: I'm tired of being unhealthy, my daughter needs me. I also want to be a MILF.. (Just being honest)..0
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Havasufalls wrote: »What motivates you? What keeps you persistant?
That's a benefit money can't purchase, and even if it could, I'd never sell it.
Health and fitness gives us a life second to none where we feel great, look our best and live well into old age.
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I get winded tying my shoes..0
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