Can you love the gym too much?
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Sarahlouise5A
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I I started the gym in January and absolutely love it, can't get enough of it. But people are moaning and nagging that im doing too much at the gym. Anyone else get that xxx
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Who is 'people'?7
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Nope. I go regularly, but I will never love it, it's just a means to an end. How much is too much depends I suppose on the effect on your health and your other commitments.3
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You can get obsessed with the gym.
Endorphin addiction.8 -
Do you!!1
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You do what you are comfortable and happy with. If you enjoy it and you still have balance in your life then who are other people to judge?
"Too much" is subjective and will vary from person to person.5 -
People often say things like that when others make sudden changes they’re not used to.
Doesn’t necessarily mean it’s too much. What’s the impact?3 -
I started going regularly in January too and I go 6 days a week. I started so I could eat more but my day is better is when I go so I always want to go.
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Does your time at the gym get in the way of other things of real value in your life? Things like your faith (if that is something you value), quality time with people you love, quality sleep, work and household responsibilities. If you workout an hour a day 7 days a week that's a bit over 5% of the 168 hours everyone has in a week, (allowing 3 additional hours for travel time to the gym or whatever).
IMO, for MOST people 1-2 hours a day on average won't impact the things of real value.10 -
I go 5-6 days a week 2 of those days I go twice. Its my mam and friends who always seem to complain, part of it feels like jealousy though as I'm now happy xx7
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Unless it's becoming an unhealthy obsession then you do you. People can say inappropriate things when they don't understand what someone is doing especially when it relates to health. I get it.2
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Yes, you can. There is such a thing as exercise addiction. Well, addiction to the hormones released during exercise.5
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>Started in January
After many years, you get fed up.
Enjoy it while it lasts.7 -
I have been feeling the same way about exercise. I go to the gym several times a week, and when I don't, I get on my home elliptical. I feel like I HAVE to go to Body Pump 2 or even 3 times a week. I think it is because this is something I am finally doing for ME, and it makes me feel good.6
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You can over do it for sure...how much is too much is subjective, but usually people who train a lot and spend hours training are following a certain protocol or program that also dictates varied rates of intensity, rest/recovery, etc and they're usually training to an ends means.
Outside of training specifically for something, I'm all about balance and moderation.
Of course, you're also in the "honeymoon" phase right now too with a mere two months, so there's that...just don't burn out...forever is a long time and ultimately what you do has to be sustainable over the long haul that is your life.6 -
RecognitionT wrote: »>Started in January
After many years, you get fed up.
Enjoy it while it lasts.
Some people may get fed up. Personally been going to the gym for over 40 years. Still enjoy it and no intentions of stopping10 -
I come out of habit and dedication. I take a day off and I feel like I was made to lift. Some people are natural swimmers, dancers, etc and for me this is just something my body enjoys therefore so do I. I have been doing it over three years and keep my gym dates, but also have a life as well.2
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Yes! I think? I love going to the gym. It's my time. With three kids and working from home, I don't have anything else that is just for me! People say I'm obsessed but I don't agree. I do make it a priority to go 6 mornings a week, and that annoys some folks I suppose. But everyone has something in their lives that they prioritize!
I do a pretty rigorous routine 5 days a week. I tried cutting out the 6th day but I feel better mentally when I go. So the 6th day is very light cardio, and then usually steam room or sauna. Just make sure you're happy with you plan and not pushing too hard!5 -
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I go 5-6 days a week 2 of those days I go twice. Its my mam and friends who always seem to complain, part of it feels like jealousy though as I'm now happy xx
What about doing something active with your mam and friends from time to time to replace one of those gym sessions? Tomorrow, I'll be doing yard work with my brother and 80 year old mother.2 -
I actually watch TV there during my cardio on the treadmill screen. So no losses
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much....LOL!!! 
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