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Motivation to get off my butt and losr some weight!
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I was just about to book a week at the beach when it hit me: NO, I will not be seen in a bathing suit! I'm horrified. How did the summer creep up like this???
I need to lose 20 lbs. In 2 months! |
Anonymous
| just do it! this is one thing that you can do for yourself and you only! trust me, i did and i feel better, look better, and am happier! start by cutting out "snacking," you'll be amazed at how much of a difference that makes. for one month only eat healthy food, your body actually changes, even if you don't lose weight on the scael. you can do this - do it for you! |
zumbamama
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| what activity do you like the best? Swimming? Tennis? Running? Yoga? Whatever activity motivates you the most...start training in it and you will be more motivated to stick to it for life. |
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Here is great motivation -
My husband thinks it is so gross to see woman (new moms included) with big butts, muffin top tummies, and chunky legs walking around in clothing that doesn't fit them and shows every ounce of their weight. I know you aren't married to him, but maybe you could think about how other people see you as a way to get motivated. |
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And how do other people "see me"?? I really don't need to think about your ahole husband in order to lose weight. He thinks it's gross to see NEW MOMS with a little weight? I'm also not sure why you assume I wear ill-fitting clothing OR why your assume I'm even fat. there are plenty of women who look great who think otherwise. I'm a size 8. I look pretty good. I'm just freaking out about swimsuit season! Christ. Sorry, but I couldn't care less what your husband thinks of me. And I don't think anyone cares what a jerk like that thinks either! |
Anonymous
| Drink lots of water. Keeps the hunger pangs at bay, good for your skin and gives you more energy. I don't diet - but just drink lots and eat balanced food. Seems to work. |
Anonymous
| Maybe 14:48 wanted you to get in shape to kick her husband's ass? |
Anonymous
| sounded like she agreed with her husband?! |
Anonymous
15.47 here - I meant to say that I am sure you look terrific anyway...so just enjoy the beach and work on it when you get back  Life is too short and all that.
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zumbamama
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| PP, that may work for some...but focusing in on how others see your physical flaws can be depressing, dampening your spirit and energy to move. For me at least, FUN is the way to go. Thinking positive and having fun at what you do is great motivation for you mentally and physically. FUN will keep you working toward your goal consistently for a long time. Negative thoughts will make you obsess about that extra love handle or arm jiggle, often causing many to give up too soon. <p>How to make it fun? Try something new. Involve your kids. Involve your husband or best friend. Or take that time soley for yourself. Build it into your schedule, and if you miss a workout here and there, so what? Just keep on keepin on...and who cares what anyone else thinks. |
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Defending the 14:48 poster. OP you asked for motivation and that PP tried to give it to you. If you really didn't care what other people thought you wouldn't be seeking motivation from others and wouldn't care about being seen in a swimsuit 20 pounds overweight. You didn't say you wanted to lose weight b/c you were concerned about your health, you said you wanted to lose weight b/c you "will not be seen in a bathing suit" at your current weight. And if you need to lose 20 pounds, you are overweight. No need to insult PP and her busband, she was trying to give you the motivation you asked for.
That said, my motivator is to dig up a picture of myself from the last summer without those extra winter pounds to remind myself of how good I can look. And then I work out, hard. |
Anonymous
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All I can say about the hubby who seems to enjoy other peoples flaws is what a yucky attitude.
OP, I am in same boat as you and a month ago I started taking Zumba classes twice a week and started to eat more veggies and cut out the snacks/extras) and I lost 5 pounds. Everyone is different...I'd say focus on being healthy and not so much on losing a set number. Your body will guide you
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Anonymous
I REALLY hope your husband has a rock solid buff body ala Mario Lopez to even think about being grossed out by anyone. And even if he does...ew. I'm sorry for you. |
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My husband definitely would notice and say something if someone was stuffed into way too small jeans. Heck, even I might think to myself "hey,girlfriend needs to shop for some clothes that fit," but I certainly don't enjoy noticing others flaws or point them out to others. And I don't get motivation by how others view me...I enjoy challenging myself and feeling healthy.
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Anonymous
This may motivate YOU to stay in shape, but believe me, if my husband mentioned something about anyone else being out of shape, I'd project it on myself, get defensive and then would go on offense about his own shape. But then again, neither of us can brag about our bodies.
If your husband feels comfortable critiquing other women in front of you, either you're without a flaw or you've grown pretty thick skin. I just can't believe you don't project any of it on yourself - don't his comments make you self-conscious? |