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How do you motivate yourself to keep going?
Been going 16 days each month for past 4 months and spending upto 2hrs each day.
Seen some improvement but have hit a wall.
How long does it take to get a really fit 'Henry Cavill' 'I bet he works out' body?
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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It's easy.
I go on all the machines in the gym for variety...
The chocolate machine
Crisps machine
Sandwich and snacks machine and finally
The cola machine.
All that eating exercise makes my face muscles strong |
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"Diet diet diet "
Sadly (for me!) this is definitely the case! Can't out train a bad diet, believe me I've tried! 
Might be worth a PT session to target new goals and help you make step you're looking for?
After a point though it is smaller changes over longer time but as long as in the right direction it will hopefully help keep you going? |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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I motivate myself by loving food but not wanting to be fat. I do find the best motivation is progress though. Seeing numbers go up on weights or times coming down on runs. |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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Find an exercise you will actually enjoy so you will be more likely to stick to it.
Whatever you pick, make sure you progress steadily, more intensity, heavier weights etc, challenge your body, don't plateau.
Diet - the cliche is 70% of weight loss (and therefore, showing muscle tone more) is made in the kitchen, so calorie deficit, enough protein etc etc. |
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By *atnayCouple
over a year ago
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My motivation is my health and well being. I was a size 22 weighing 18.5st back in May 22. As you'll see from my pics in profile. I'm now a curvey size 14 and down a hell of a lot of weight.
But I hate gyms, classes and group workouts. Found that I either lost motivation due to over loading visits or just not enjoying the class.
But I love walking and nature. So I enjoy a daily 5k walk through parks or woodlans. I have started intermitent jogging to push my fitness. I have dumb bells and a floor mat at home. 3-4 times a week I follow utube toning exercises to tighten up my shape I fit the time in around my week and its just 25mins each time. I agree with others that if you can find an exercise you enjoy, you're far mor likly to stick with it. And calorie deficit is the key to weight loss. |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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Firstly, don't compare yourself to others. It's a quick spiral to losing motivation and not going.
Secondly, as you've been going for 4 months, you've shown you have it down as a habit so instead of lookinfor motivation, look to continue being disciplined.
And finally, have you been doing the same workout for 4 months? If you've hit a wall then you might need to change your routine slightly as you body will have gotten used to the movements you're currently doing.
Keep going and good luck OP, I believe in you!  |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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Depending on the starting point, body type and mass.
Would require:
Few cycles of either growth hormone or testosterone.
A tailored daily work out regime
lots of sleep
excellent hydration and mineral balance
excellent diet consisting of white meat, fish, fruit, nuts, greens.
no or limited alcohol
supplements
Weekly yogo sessions
Maybe a year.... it would be almost full time endeavor.
That said, it all depends on where you are staring from.
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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"Sorry to say, but I found after the age of mid 40s, it's harder to get fit and maintain fitness without some serious hard work. "
This is the truth! During my early rugby days, you would notice talented but small guys get "injured" disappear for a few months. Then come back massive! HMMM Big heads.
I took my children away on holiday. Noticed how many men in 50`s being totally ripped.
Having played sport to a decent level, having trained, with a basic level of biology knowledge. I know this is chemically enhanced in Most cases, not all but most.
So as people have said, i wouldn't worry about trying to mirror other people. The likelihood is, most people whom you aspire to replicate are probably doing so with pharmaceutical help.
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I prefer to do boxing style activity
But if you have hit a wall...look again at your diet...and that you are making progressive overloads on your weights and that you are introducing new exercises...as your body can adapt. |
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Thanks for all the advice..even the funny ones.
Another 2hrs this morning. Mainly using machines for the weight training and some cardio..spin cycle, rowing machine, sledge push.
Got a couple of pbs today.
One thing I am lacking is quality sleep.
Diet is ok. Taking protein shakes. No alcohol. |
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By *tooveMan
over a year ago
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"How do you motivate yourself to keep going?
Been going 16 days each month for past 4 months and spending upto 2hrs each day.
Seen some improvement but have hit a wall.
How long does it take to get a really fit 'Henry Cavill' 'I bet he works out' body?
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More about what you eat than how much you train. That's my problem. |
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By *tooveMan
over a year ago
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"I prefer to do boxing style activity
But if you have hit a wall...look again at your diet...and that you are making progressive overloads on your weights and that you are introducing new exercises...as your body can adapt. "
Boxing is brilliant. |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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2 hours a day is a lot fair play.
Are the changes you're expecting to see realistic? Do you eat healthy?
I've been thinking about getting a PT. For motivation and to give me specific advice for what I want to achieve.
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"Thanks for all the advice..even the funny ones.
Another 2hrs this morning. Mainly using machines for the weight training and some cardio..spin cycle, rowing machine, sledge push.
Got a couple of pbs today.
One thing I am lacking is quality sleep.
Diet is ok. Taking protein shakes. No alcohol. "
If using machines I generally go by this but of advice ...
Levers are better than wires but free weights are better still. |
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When you say 'hit a wall', OP, how do you mean?
Training hard is important, but so is rest, so build that into your week too, and try to have a deload week every few weeks. As others have said, find variation in movements where you can; I normally slightly tweak my exercises every 4 weeks.
In terms of motivation, it will definitely ebb and flow - remember how well you've done to stick at it for 4 months! That's a great achievement.
Have you got some set goals you're working to? And a proper programme? I know having something to work keeps me going. Good luck! |
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"Thanks for all the advice..even the funny ones.
Another 2hrs this morning. Mainly using machines for the weight training and some cardio..spin cycle, rowing machine, sledge push.
Got a couple of pbs today.
One thing I am lacking is quality sleep.
Diet is ok. Taking protein shakes. No alcohol. "
Sleep can have a big impact. As can stress. Too much cortisol can cause your body to release glucose which is then stored as fat if it isn't used.
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I can't stand the gym, so no motivation to go.
When I used to time trial, my motivation was skimming another second from my 10 and 25 mile TTs, climbing up that hill faster or in a higher gear, or doing my circuit in a quicker time. |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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I just enjoy going, good for the mind even more so than the body. Look good, feel good. Greatest motivation, when you split up with a partner, I know within two months I’ll be in great shape because the weights just make me forget stuff.  |
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I am my gym’s favourite customer. I pay them the princely sum of £26.99 per month and never go!
I’ve always hated gyms as I’m a long distance runner who prefers outdoors, fresh air and changing scenery. That’s not to criticise gyms or their clientele at all, just a personal preference.
I’m never happier than when I’m running mile after mile, but even I have to mix things up. I’ll do interval training, hill work, have rest days, stretching days, long walks at the weekend etc. it keeps my interest levels at their peak.
I am a qualified business trainer and it’s really important to set yourself little goals if you want to pursue something. Otherwise it’s hard to recognise achievement.
A big overall goal helps long term focus - I will look for a PB at a big distance in a year’s time, for example. But every day over that year I don’t hit it is technically a failure. So, I set little mini goals for the month. Then I get loads of little wins at achievable goals.
I don’t know the gym world, but you might consider a certain number of reps at a particular weight, or introducing a new machine/technique.
It’s a cliche - but using SMART really works.
Good luck, OP, whatever you do  |
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over a year ago
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I don’t. I abandoned the gym at Covid 1.0 and never went back. I took to cycling and have some modest weights at home. That and some stretching keeps me fitter than I was at the gym. |
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"I am my gym’s favourite customer. I pay them the princely sum of £26.99 per month and never go!
I’ve always hated gyms as I’m a long distance runner who prefers outdoors, fresh air and changing scenery. That’s not to criticise gyms or their clientele at all, just a personal preference.
I’m never happier than when I’m running mile after mile, but even I have to mix things up. I’ll do interval training, hill work, have rest days, stretching days, long walks at the weekend etc. it keeps my interest levels at their peak.
I am a qualified business trainer and it’s really important to set yourself little goals if you want to pursue something. Otherwise it’s hard to recognise achievement.
A big overall goal helps long term focus - I will look for a PB at a big distance in a year’s time, for example. But every day over that year I don’t hit it is technically a failure. So, I set little mini goals for the month. Then I get loads of little wins at achievable goals.
I don’t know the gym world, but you might consider a certain number of reps at a particular weight, or introducing a new machine/technique.
It’s a cliche - but using SMART really works.
Good luck, OP, whatever you do "
Out of interest, why do you carry on with the gym subscription then?! |
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"I am my gym’s favourite customer. I pay them the princely sum of £26.99 per month and never go!
I’ve always hated gyms as I’m a long distance runner who prefers outdoors, fresh air and changing scenery. That’s not to criticise gyms or their clientele at all, just a personal preference.
I’m never happier than when I’m running mile after mile, but even I have to mix things up. I’ll do interval training, hill work, have rest days, stretching days, long walks at the weekend etc. it keeps my interest levels at their peak.
I am a qualified business trainer and it’s really important to set yourself little goals if you want to pursue something. Otherwise it’s hard to recognise achievement.
A big overall goal helps long term focus - I will look for a PB at a big distance in a year’s time, for example. But every day over that year I don’t hit it is technically a failure. So, I set little mini goals for the month. Then I get loads of little wins at achievable goals.
I don’t know the gym world, but you might consider a certain number of reps at a particular weight, or introducing a new machine/technique.
It’s a cliche - but using SMART really works.
Good luck, OP, whatever you do
Out of interest, why do you carry on with the gym subscription then?! "
I thought some bright spark would ask that!! Because I’m expecting to have a lot of spare time on my hands soon and want to have the option to go. If that doesn’t transpire, I’ll cancel it. |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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I think everybody has a good point above. What is sometimes forgotten is the rest between exercising. Eating a balanced diet with lots of protein is important drinking lots of water is important. I have a plan that can be split to do every day or every other day. Devised, especially for me. I love it But some days i don’t want to go but I’m lucky to have a gym in my building. |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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Doubt the gym will give what your wanting. It's mostly diet and genetics. I only go to the gym twice a week for an hour or so. Though consistency works for me over motivation. |
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"I am my gym’s favourite customer. I pay them the princely sum of £26.99 per month and never go!
I’ve always hated gyms as I’m a long distance runner who prefers outdoors, fresh air and changing scenery. That’s not to criticise gyms or their clientele at all, just a personal preference.
I’m never happier than when I’m running mile after mile, but even I have to mix things up. I’ll do interval training, hill work, have rest days, stretching days, long walks at the weekend etc. it keeps my interest levels at their peak.
I am a qualified business trainer and it’s really important to set yourself little goals if you want to pursue something. Otherwise it’s hard to recognise achievement.
A big overall goal helps long term focus - I will look for a PB at a big distance in a year’s time, for example. But every day over that year I don’t hit it is technically a failure. So, I set little mini goals for the month. Then I get loads of little wins at achievable goals.
I don’t know the gym world, but you might consider a certain number of reps at a particular weight, or introducing a new machine/technique.
It’s a cliche - but using SMART really works.
Good luck, OP, whatever you do
Out of interest, why do you carry on with the gym subscription then?!
I thought some bright spark would ask that!! Because I’m expecting to have a lot of spare time on my hands soon and want to have the option to go. If that doesn’t transpire, I’ll cancel it."
My Smart Alec question was where are you finding a gym for £26.99 a month?!?!  |
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over a year ago
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"I am my gym’s favourite customer. I pay them the princely sum of £26.99 per month and never go!
I’ve always hated gyms as I’m a long distance runner who prefers outdoors, fresh air and changing scenery. That’s not to criticise gyms or their clientele at all, just a personal preference.
I’m never happier than when I’m running mile after mile, but even I have to mix things up. I’ll do interval training, hill work, have rest days, stretching days, long walks at the weekend etc. it keeps my interest levels at their peak.
I am a qualified business trainer and it’s really important to set yourself little goals if you want to pursue something. Otherwise it’s hard to recognise achievement.
A big overall goal helps long term focus - I will look for a PB at a big distance in a year’s time, for example. But every day over that year I don’t hit it is technically a failure. So, I set little mini goals for the month. Then I get loads of little wins at achievable goals.
I don’t know the gym world, but you might consider a certain number of reps at a particular weight, or introducing a new machine/technique.
It’s a cliche - but using SMART really works.
Good luck, OP, whatever you do
Out of interest, why do you carry on with the gym subscription then?!
I thought some bright spark would ask that!! Because I’m expecting to have a lot of spare time on my hands soon and want to have the option to go. If that doesn’t transpire, I’ll cancel it.
My Smart Alec question was where are you finding a gym for £26.99 a month?!?! "
The gym group are cheap. |
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Download the my fitness pal app, it allow you to track everything you eat, and upload a monthly progression pic it should help!
As others have said diet uber important, but try new meals that you'll enjoy that benefits your goal.
Lastly a good perv in the gym ought to give you some motivation, afterall who doesn't do this 
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"I am my gym’s favourite customer. I pay them the princely sum of £26.99 per month and never go!
I’ve always hated gyms as I’m a long distance runner who prefers outdoors, fresh air and changing scenery. That’s not to criticise gyms or their clientele at all, just a personal preference.
I’m never happier than when I’m running mile after mile, but even I have to mix things up. I’ll do interval training, hill work, have rest days, stretching days, long walks at the weekend etc. it keeps my interest levels at their peak.
I am a qualified business trainer and it’s really important to set yourself little goals if you want to pursue something. Otherwise it’s hard to recognise achievement.
A big overall goal helps long term focus - I will look for a PB at a big distance in a year’s time, for example. But every day over that year I don’t hit it is technically a failure. So, I set little mini goals for the month. Then I get loads of little wins at achievable goals.
I don’t know the gym world, but you might consider a certain number of reps at a particular weight, or introducing a new machine/technique.
It’s a cliche - but using SMART really works.
Good luck, OP, whatever you do
Out of interest, why do you carry on with the gym subscription then?!
I thought some bright spark would ask that!! Because I’m expecting to have a lot of spare time on my hands soon and want to have the option to go. If that doesn’t transpire, I’ll cancel it.
My Smart Alec question was where are you finding a gym for £26.99 a month?!?! "
I’m guessing anywhere outside London!! Haha.
It’s Pure Gym in my local town. Not bad, half decent machines and it’s always clean, but I’ve been in better.
I was a member of Lifestyle Fitness in Carlisle that was £15pm! But then I came back to civilisation and the price rocketed…. |
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By *rHotNottsMan
over a year ago
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I’ve learned never to rely on motivation, it’s a flawed physiology. If you really enjoy what you do and train for it’s own sake, no other reason, you will never struggle to train and the benefits just come for free. If you struggle to go you’re not loving it, so do something else.
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"I am my gym’s favourite customer. I pay them the princely sum of £26.99 per month and never go!
I’ve always hated gyms as I’m a long distance runner who prefers outdoors, fresh air and changing scenery. That’s not to criticise gyms or their clientele at all, just a personal preference.
I’m never happier than when I’m running mile after mile, but even I have to mix things up. I’ll do interval training, hill work, have rest days, stretching days, long walks at the weekend etc. it keeps my interest levels at their peak.
I am a qualified business trainer and it’s really important to set yourself little goals if you want to pursue something. Otherwise it’s hard to recognise achievement.
A big overall goal helps long term focus - I will look for a PB at a big distance in a year’s time, for example. But every day over that year I don’t hit it is technically a failure. So, I set little mini goals for the month. Then I get loads of little wins at achievable goals.
I don’t know the gym world, but you might consider a certain number of reps at a particular weight, or introducing a new machine/technique.
It’s a cliche - but using SMART really works.
Good luck, OP, whatever you do
Out of interest, why do you carry on with the gym subscription then?!
I thought some bright spark would ask that!! Because I’m expecting to have a lot of spare time on my hands soon and want to have the option to go. If that doesn’t transpire, I’ll cancel it.
My Smart Alec question was where are you finding a gym for £26.99 a month?!?! "
Mine's £19.99  |
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over a year ago
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"I have to go first thing in the morning or it’s game over. I don’t go much in the summer, I walk miles instead. "
Yes, I prefer mornings when it’s quiet and I’m usually awake anyway. Then it doesn’t impact so much on my day. Motivation post dinner is very hard for me. |
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My motivation came from in the midst of Covid I was sitting at a desk all day and getting chunkier and chunkier. Once I moved to the UK I joined a CrossFit gym so that I didn’t have to plan a workout and could just be told what I needed to do. After two years of that I’ve switched to solely weightlifting as I’m now motivated to do it on my own.
It probably took me 3-4 months of work before I really wanted to go. My desire to not be fat outweighed (no pun intended) my desire to not go to the gym. |
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"I am my gym’s favourite customer. I pay them the princely sum of £26.99 per month and never go!
I’ve always hated gyms as I’m a long distance runner who prefers outdoors, fresh air and changing scenery. That’s not to criticise gyms or their clientele at all, just a personal preference.
I’m never happier than when I’m running mile after mile, but even I have to mix things up. I’ll do interval training, hill work, have rest days, stretching days, long walks at the weekend etc. it keeps my interest levels at their peak.
I am a qualified business trainer and it’s really important to set yourself little goals if you want to pursue something. Otherwise it’s hard to recognise achievement.
A big overall goal helps long term focus - I will look for a PB at a big distance in a year’s time, for example. But every day over that year I don’t hit it is technically a failure. So, I set little mini goals for the month. Then I get loads of little wins at achievable goals.
I don’t know the gym world, but you might consider a certain number of reps at a particular weight, or introducing a new machine/technique.
It’s a cliche - but using SMART really works.
Good luck, OP, whatever you do
Out of interest, why do you carry on with the gym subscription then?!
I thought some bright spark would ask that!! Because I’m expecting to have a lot of spare time on my hands soon and want to have the option to go. If that doesn’t transpire, I’ll cancel it.
My Smart Alec question was where are you finding a gym for £26.99 a month?!?!
Mine's £19.99 "
Mines £18.99 |
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"I am my gym’s favourite customer. I pay them the princely sum of £26.99 per month and never go!
I’ve always hated gyms as I’m a long distance runner who prefers outdoors, fresh air and changing scenery. That’s not to criticise gyms or their clientele at all, just a personal preference.
I’m never happier than when I’m running mile after mile, but even I have to mix things up. I’ll do interval training, hill work, have rest days, stretching days, long walks at the weekend etc. it keeps my interest levels at their peak.
I am a qualified business trainer and it’s really important to set yourself little goals if you want to pursue something. Otherwise it’s hard to recognise achievement.
A big overall goal helps long term focus - I will look for a PB at a big distance in a year’s time, for example. But every day over that year I don’t hit it is technically a failure. So, I set little mini goals for the month. Then I get loads of little wins at achievable goals.
I don’t know the gym world, but you might consider a certain number of reps at a particular weight, or introducing a new machine/technique.
It’s a cliche - but using SMART really works.
Good luck, OP, whatever you do
Out of interest, why do you carry on with the gym subscription then?!
I thought some bright spark would ask that!! Because I’m expecting to have a lot of spare time on my hands soon and want to have the option to go. If that doesn’t transpire, I’ll cancel it.
My Smart Alec question was where are you finding a gym for £26.99 a month?!?!
Mine's £19.99
Mines £18.99 "
Cheapskate |
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"I am my gym’s favourite customer. I pay them the princely sum of £26.99 per month and never go!
I’ve always hated gyms as I’m a long distance runner who prefers outdoors, fresh air and changing scenery. That’s not to criticise gyms or their clientele at all, just a personal preference.
I’m never happier than when I’m running mile after mile, but even I have to mix things up. I’ll do interval training, hill work, have rest days, stretching days, long walks at the weekend etc. it keeps my interest levels at their peak.
I am a qualified business trainer and it’s really important to set yourself little goals if you want to pursue something. Otherwise it’s hard to recognise achievement.
A big overall goal helps long term focus - I will look for a PB at a big distance in a year’s time, for example. But every day over that year I don’t hit it is technically a failure. So, I set little mini goals for the month. Then I get loads of little wins at achievable goals.
I don’t know the gym world, but you might consider a certain number of reps at a particular weight, or introducing a new machine/technique.
It’s a cliche - but using SMART really works.
Good luck, OP, whatever you do
Out of interest, why do you carry on with the gym subscription then?!
I thought some bright spark would ask that!! Because I’m expecting to have a lot of spare time on my hands soon and want to have the option to go. If that doesn’t transpire, I’ll cancel it.
My Smart Alec question was where are you finding a gym for £26.99 a month?!?!
Mine's £19.99
Mines £18.99
Cheapskate "
  perks of being a tight jock!!! |
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"I am my gym’s favourite customer. I pay them the princely sum of £26.99 per month and never go!
I’ve always hated gyms as I’m a long distance runner who prefers outdoors, fresh air and changing scenery. That’s not to criticise gyms or their clientele at all, just a personal preference.
I’m never happier than when I’m running mile after mile, but even I have to mix things up. I’ll do interval training, hill work, have rest days, stretching days, long walks at the weekend etc. it keeps my interest levels at their peak.
I am a qualified business trainer and it’s really important to set yourself little goals if you want to pursue something. Otherwise it’s hard to recognise achievement.
A big overall goal helps long term focus - I will look for a PB at a big distance in a year’s time, for example. But every day over that year I don’t hit it is technically a failure. So, I set little mini goals for the month. Then I get loads of little wins at achievable goals.
I don’t know the gym world, but you might consider a certain number of reps at a particular weight, or introducing a new machine/technique.
It’s a cliche - but using SMART really works.
Good luck, OP, whatever you do
Out of interest, why do you carry on with the gym subscription then?!
I thought some bright spark would ask that!! Because I’m expecting to have a lot of spare time on my hands soon and want to have the option to go. If that doesn’t transpire, I’ll cancel it.
My Smart Alec question was where are you finding a gym for £26.99 a month?!?!
Mine's £19.99
Mines £18.99
Cheapskate
perks of being a tight jock!!!"
Tight jocks, you say?! White, I presume? |
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"I am my gym’s favourite customer. I pay them the princely sum of £26.99 per month and never go!
I’ve always hated gyms as I’m a long distance runner who prefers outdoors, fresh air and changing scenery. That’s not to criticise gyms or their clientele at all, just a personal preference.
I’m never happier than when I’m running mile after mile, but even I have to mix things up. I’ll do interval training, hill work, have rest days, stretching days, long walks at the weekend etc. it keeps my interest levels at their peak.
I am a qualified business trainer and it’s really important to set yourself little goals if you want to pursue something. Otherwise it’s hard to recognise achievement.
A big overall goal helps long term focus - I will look for a PB at a big distance in a year’s time, for example. But every day over that year I don’t hit it is technically a failure. So, I set little mini goals for the month. Then I get loads of little wins at achievable goals.
I don’t know the gym world, but you might consider a certain number of reps at a particular weight, or introducing a new machine/technique.
It’s a cliche - but using SMART really works.
Good luck, OP, whatever you do
Out of interest, why do you carry on with the gym subscription then?!
I thought some bright spark would ask that!! Because I’m expecting to have a lot of spare time on my hands soon and want to have the option to go. If that doesn’t transpire, I’ll cancel it.
My Smart Alec question was where are you finding a gym for £26.99 a month?!?!
Mine's £19.99
Mines £18.99
Cheapskate
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Tight jocks, you say?! White, I presume?"
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"I am my gym’s favourite customer. I pay them the princely sum of £26.99 per month and never go!
I’ve always hated gyms as I’m a long distance runner who prefers outdoors, fresh air and changing scenery. That’s not to criticise gyms or their clientele at all, just a personal preference.
I’m never happier than when I’m running mile after mile, but even I have to mix things up. I’ll do interval training, hill work, have rest days, stretching days, long walks at the weekend etc. it keeps my interest levels at their peak.
I am a qualified business trainer and it’s really important to set yourself little goals if you want to pursue something. Otherwise it’s hard to recognise achievement.
A big overall goal helps long term focus - I will look for a PB at a big distance in a year’s time, for example. But every day over that year I don’t hit it is technically a failure. So, I set little mini goals for the month. Then I get loads of little wins at achievable goals.
I don’t know the gym world, but you might consider a certain number of reps at a particular weight, or introducing a new machine/technique.
It’s a cliche - but using SMART really works.
Good luck, OP, whatever you do
Out of interest, why do you carry on with the gym subscription then?!
I thought some bright spark would ask that!! Because I’m expecting to have a lot of spare time on my hands soon and want to have the option to go. If that doesn’t transpire, I’ll cancel it.
My Smart Alec question was where are you finding a gym for £26.99 a month?!?!
Mine's £19.99
Mines £18.99
Cheapskate
perks of being a tight jock!!!
Tight jocks, you say?! White, I presume?
Tis ze truth "
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"Diet diet diet "
I'd have to agree that if you're training to look sculpted then diet is more important than gym work by a ratio of 70:30.
Give yourself short term goals which are reachable, yet push you. If you go 3/4 times a week and one of those sessions must be intensive cardio, you will notice some changes after a month ..much bigger changes after 3 months and by Xmas...well you'll be v surprised |
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Some really good points made in the forum. If you've hit a wall try; changing your routine regularly as your muscles soon get used to training. Look at the intensity of training.2 hours per session seems too long. Try completing your routine in an hour...ie take shorter breaks between sets. Do cardio at least twice a week..must be intense to maximize your benefits.
I'm sure you've made lots of gains in the past 4 months and have established a habit of training which is really difficult to do. So give yourself credit too.
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Maybe find some exercise that you like rather than need to find motivation to go, I do CrossFit because I love it if I was struggling with motivation to go to the gym I would do something else  |
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