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Motivation Help...
Alright, I know there's another board for this but honestly, I trust you ladies.
First off- I LOVE my job.
Second- my boss has made an agreement with two of the guys. If they quit smoking, and don't have a cigarette for a year the company will give them $500.
I asked if I didn't smoke for a year, if I could get $500 (I'm a non smoker already, ha) he said it didn't work that way.
Instead I've got to set up a fitness goal that is the equivalent of quitting smoking- difficult, but not impossible by any stretch. (Still working on the exact details)
I'm posting all of this because I know a lot of you have lost some weight lately (Gault is my new hero!), can you give some motivational tips? How do you manage on those days when you just don't want to do it? I figured since it's slow you ladies wouldn't mind giving me some tips.
And just in case it was missed, I repeat the earlier statement of Gault is my new hero. You look amazing!!
Re: Motivation Help...
Um, I'd just stay out of the whole thing. Work $500 worth of overtime instead if you want the money.
If you think "But that's not fair," well, workplaces are generally not about being fair. I mean, if these guys quit smoking they're gonna SAVE like $1,500 on cigarettes out of pocket over the course of the year if they're smoking a pack a day. They're going to NET two grand. So stop trying to think of things in terms of complete parity and just do your job.
Never heard of the USB thing. Thanks. :-)
Well I don't look for motivation, for one thing. I actually try to look at exercise and eating healthy as part of another way to take care of myself. Sure, it kind of sucks, but it feels good once it's done. Exercise helps reduce stress, anxiety and actually helps me to make healthy eating choices. When I don't exercise or eat crap, I feel sluggish and tired and get headaches. I'd say you have to start working it into your routine like everything else. Like packing your lunch or taking a shower, for example.
If you put it your schedule/routine, than you don't have any excuses. Find something that you like to do, otherwise it will be miserable. Also, bring some of your favorite music on an mp3 player or take a workout class, these help the time go by quicker.
I also go by the rule that you shouldn't eliminate things from your diet. I love wine and cupcakes, so I eat them in moderation. Joining a website like myfitnesspal or spark people to track your calories is also helpful. Sometimes you don't realize how much all the food adds up throughout the day.
I started working out recently to help with the anxiety/depression. It's worked wonders. I'm happier and honestly, much better to be around.
Putting it in my schedule is actually something I hadn't thought about- I've always just worked it in day by day. Thanks :-)
I started running 9 months ago and the results have been the most amazing I've ever seen. That's my motivation. Plus, I can move so much better, my back pain is gone, and I all-around feel incredible.
What I DON'T do is torture myself. My goal is to run 30 minutes every other day. If I can't do it, I can't do it.
I've lost 27 lbs on Weight Watchers since last February. Tracking my food and holding myself accountable for what I put into my body has really made me look at food differently.
Coming from someone who has run several marathons (and I havent always been a runner), I still have days, or weeks for that fact, that I dont want to; dont have the motivation. It comes and goes. BUT I cant begin to tell you the feeling of pride and self-esteem boost when you start to feel the difference in your clothes. Yes, I said clothes. I am anti- scale... building muscle will add weight to the scale, but you will lose inches over time.
Between a gradual start (if you enjoy running) and portion control and healthier options- you can do it! I did it and lost 25 lbs! What started as eliminating some of the bad foods and adding in the goods ones over time. Now I cant stand to eat fast food. I would rather starve, but then again I always carry almonds, low-sugar granola bar, greek yogurt with me to curb the hunger until I can get home and not binge on something bad. It takes time, be patient! A good place that may help to get you going is Runnersworld.com. And the #1 tip I can give you is make sure you have a proper fitting shoe that is not out of wear date (running shoes tend to last 300-500 miles)!
Best wishes to reach your goal!