I've lost the "why"?

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  • beachlover317
    beachlover317 Posts: 2,848 Member
    Because I get to eat more.

    Absolutely! Enough said.
  • SusanMcAvoy
    SusanMcAvoy Posts: 445 Member
    It keeps my depression in check.
    I feel "human" when I do it regularly.
    I have more energy for the rest of my life.
    I love the post workout high.
    I get to eat more!

    All of this plus it will keep me mobile when I grow older. I don't want to be dependent on machines for mobility. Plus I like to wear regular size clothes an feel sexy with my husband.
  • stormieweather
    stormieweather Posts: 2,549 Member
    Why??

    Because it makes me feel good.
    Because I like to look shapely.
    Because I like to eat.
    Because I want to see and help my baby grow up.
    Because I want to grow old and be fit enough to enjoy retirement.
    Because being fat was miserable.
    Because I like cute clothes.
    Because my arthritis hurts when I am overweight.
    Because there is more to life to enjoy than can be done while sitting on my behind.
  • montana_girl
    montana_girl Posts: 1,403 Member
    Because I get to eat more.

    Amen!!!!

    ^^totally this!

    Yep... hate to admit it... but the only only reason I run so much is because I get to eat more!
  • shelbynicole32
    shelbynicole32 Posts: 179 Member
    Reduces stress....
  • JanetLM73
    JanetLM73 Posts: 1,226 Member
    To help with stress, to train for a half marathon, to be healthy for my kids, to feel good about myself.
  • evilmonkee
    evilmonkee Posts: 55 Member
    Serious reasons: It's a wonderful stress reliever and it lifts my mood. I do my long runs with a group, and I also love the social aspect and the friends I've made. I have family history of heart disease and osteoporosis on both sides, and I've seen what living with 30% of your heart capacity and brittle bones looks like.
    Selfish reasons: I feel BA when I lift heavy weights, and I love feeling powerful. I get to eat more. I'm about 10 lbs heavier than my lightest college weight, but yesterday I rocked short shorts for the first time in 20 something years (last time I wore them I was 6 or 7). In college I was on the low end of the healthy weight range, but I never felt comfortable. Instead of dreading looking in the mirror because of bumps and lumps, the first thing I noticed when I looked at myself in the mirror yesterday was: "damn, look at those quads, the weight training sure paid off". I didn't feel disappointed, upset, or self-conscious, I just felt good (cue LMFAO's song in the background).
  • silvabelle89
    silvabelle89 Posts: 76
    It litterally and immediately makes me a happier person
  • ryno0618
    ryno0618 Posts: 361
    the real question is "why not?"

    Exercise does all these things....
    ---weight loss
    ---health
    ---strength
    ---longevity
    ---fitness
    ---appearance
    ---stress relief
    ---challenge
    ---endorphin rush
    ---positive energy
    ---accomplishment
    ---pride
    ---skill improvement
    ---friend building and networking (MFP, one-on-one, team sports, races, etc)
    ---lower insurance premiums
    ---lower risk for expensive health problems
    ---improved libedo, stamina, sex life

    Exercise does all these things and more. Harness several of these or others and make them your motivation!!
  • shakybabe
    shakybabe Posts: 1,578 Member
    I have neurological condition and been wheelchair since 2005. I've used Wii Fit for gentle physio for years and gradually built up to been able to do more active games with faster movements like boxing which then has helped me to lose weight.

    It's also helped my co-ordination and balance, relieved back pain and I've had no progression for the last year and have in fact made improvement much to the amazement of my Neurologist! :happy:

    Now I can stand and walk with crutches, only for few steps but makes transfers easier... my 'why' is that I can't take anything for granted and have to work hard to keep every bit of independence and movement!
  • MrsORourke
    MrsORourke Posts: 315 Member
    Because the other day when I pounded Loki into the ground he survived so I must get stronger or Fury will cut me from team Avenger.

    Have a nice day, Hulk

    Because Thor & Captain AMERICA work out and NO ONE's gonna say they don't look amazing :tongue:

    :heart: This!
  • Z_I_L_L_A
    Z_I_L_L_A Posts: 2,399 Member
    Because it makes everything better-

    Breathing better
    Less stress
    Better self esteem
    Sex is better
    Plus I can lift more than someone 1/2 my age
    Cuz I can smash,break, and bend things
    Did I mention sex was better
    Did you see me stomp Loki's *kitten* in the concrete the other day?
    ^THIS
  • Hellbent_Heidi
    Hellbent_Heidi Posts: 3,669 Member
    thought of another one

    Because it lets me feel superior over lazy people :laugh:
  • Flixie00
    Flixie00 Posts: 1,195 Member
    Endorphins make me feel good
    I leave work on auto pilot and nearly always find myself in the gym
    I can eat more
    I sleep better
    My skin has improved
    I enjoy it
    I like to challenge myself
    Improved muscle tone
    Its helped me lose a lot of weight
    Swimming has made a certain part of my body a bit perkier
    I am stronger
    I am fitter than I have ever been despite being in my 40's
    Clothes look better on me
    Its made me more confident
    I can run for the bus
    I've walked a half marathon
    I get twitchy if I can't exercise
    I prefer it to sitting in front the of TV most evenings
  • Eireann15
    Eireann15 Posts: 124
    The psychological benefits -- feeling less stressed, happy... :)
  • Z_I_L_L_A
    Z_I_L_L_A Posts: 2,399 Member
    Because I can hold the couch up in the air while I vacuum under it.
  • jasvics
    jasvics Posts: 4 Member
    Because it helps me combat the "blues".. working out is mentally rewarding just as much as it is physical. It helps me combat stress, and I feel good about myself when I work out!!! The added bonus is I get to look my best....

    I love pushing myself past my limits physically!! I am woman hear me ROAR!!!! I am 39 and I run farther and faster now than I did at 29!!! :happy: :happy:

    Can't beat that!!!
  • Pollywog39
    Pollywog39 Posts: 1,730 Member
    Because the other day when I pounded Loki into the ground he survived so I must get stronger or Fury will cut me from team Avenger.

    Have a nice day, Hulk

    Because Thor & Captain AMERICA work out and NO ONE's gonna say they don't look amazing :tongue:

    Yeah, they DO! Here's living proof..................a pic of me with Captain America in Vegas last weekend!

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  • stacymama5
    stacymama5 Posts: 391 Member
    I feel so much better about myself when I exercise!!
  • livelovesmile
    livelovesmile Posts: 25
    Quite simply, I'm sad about being the way I am. I hate being overweight and I hate feeling inadequate. Some days I just get the feeling that thinner people are better than me, and I want to feel like I'm good enough.
  • Kilter
    Kilter Posts: 188 Member
    because I can.

    I can workout and train.
    I can do triathlons.
    I can eat healthier and live longer.
    I can be a role model to my children.
    I can look better (vanity works!).

    and I really want to lose more weight. Yeah, I'm sorta healthy now, but it's a lot easier to run at 185 that at 195.
  • perfect10isha
    perfect10isha Posts: 200 Member
    Its empowering to feel myself getting stronger and faster, and going longer distances.
    Because I enjoy food and working out allows me to eat more of the foods I love.
    To look good. Naked.
    Being fit feels ahhhh-mazing!
    So my husband won't be able to keep his hands off me :love:
  • embclark
    embclark Posts: 186 Member
    I exercise because...

    - my hypothyroid makes it hard to lose weight without exercise
    - my daughter views me as someone who exercises and I never had that role model growing up
    - I can eat dessert on the nights I exercise (or more of it)
    - I can flex muscles that I never knew I could even have
    - I no longer need to make up excuses when the doctor asks me about exercise
  • sammi402
    sammi402 Posts: 232 Member
    Because I'm OCD and it has now become part of my ritual. Soooo, when I don't do it i have panic attacks.


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  • KellyMirth
    KellyMirth Posts: 153
    So that I'm not the slowest or weakest when the zombies show up ;)
  • embclark
    embclark Posts: 186 Member
    thought of another one

    Because it lets me feel superior over lazy people :laugh:

    Love this!
  • verbalriot
    verbalriot Posts: 90
    Serious stress relief. And I kinda love to sweat from a workout :)
  • sammi402
    sammi402 Posts: 232 Member
    I have neurological condition and been wheelchair since 2005. I've used Wii Fit for gentle physio for years and gradually built up to been able to do more active games with faster movements like boxing which then has helped me to lose weight.

    It's also helped my co-ordination and balance, relieved back pain and I've had no progression for the last year and have in fact made improvement much to the amazement of my Neurologist! :happy:

    Now I can stand and walk with crutches, only for few steps but makes transfers easier... my 'why' is that I can't take anything for granted and have to work hard to keep every bit of independence and movement!

    ^^^THAT is freakin awesome!! Congratz!!!
  • sylvuz323
    sylvuz323 Posts: 468 Member
    because I choose too...

    be healthy
    sleep well
    have energy
    not feel winded after climbing a flight of stairs
    enjoy a run
    feel the sun on my face when riding my bike
    enjoy life
    and feel sexier
  • DawnM62
    DawnM62 Posts: 60 Member
    Because I get to eat more.


    ^^^^^
    this

    :happy: :happy: :happy:

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