What keeps you motivated to keep working out?

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Add pictures, inspirational quotes, songs, anything that keeps you going! I need this. Thanks :)

Anonymous · Accepted Answer

My personal trainer... he made it enjoyable because he's great to be around. But also because I told him to make sure he mixes it up so I have a huge variety of workouts as I will vet bored quickly with the same thing over and over; and he has done that and made it different each time. When I started noticing results (looking better, feeling better, able to do more) that has provided some motivation. Now I find I actually really enjoy my training as it is an outlet - especially when we do boxing.

kaylaS91 · Accepted Answer

I keep going to the gym almost day after day to continue improving my health and self confidence, in addition to maintaining my sanity. A good workout is truly the best sort of therapy for me. Even when I'm super stressed out, I can always count on the gym to set me straight. :P

MuyBien · Accepted Answer

I try to get motivated to do some more exercise, and to give 110% when I play the two sports I do. But I just never can get the motivation. But someone who is a good motivational speaker when it comes to exercising is Eric Thomas, as well as Ray Lewis. The stuff they say is kinda inspirational, and i'm just annoyed I can't get myself to exercise more and get in shape.

This is a good one that can help motivate lots of things

Phoenix98 · Accepted Answer

My goals and my future job.

CHARismatic110 · Answer

How far I've come. Why I started in the first place. And how good it'll feel when I reach my goal. 👌

honeybones · Answer

I usually think of what I want to look like and I think about proving people who think that geeks are gross and I workout to get attractive and hopefully have a very nice body by the time I am a senior or 20 :)
I listen to either 80's music, Neon Indian, STRFKR, and this cool song ( Nimbasa Core- plasterbrain) and sometimes Lana Del Rey or old pop songs and most recently Cool for the Summer by Demi and Britney Spears - workout playlist on spotify xD

MeghanL · Answer

I like how I feel as a result of working out - strong & healthy, & I like how it makes me look. Seeing myself in the mirror & in photos keeps me motivated.

Exercising with my boyfriend is a good motivator too. Like anything else it's a lot more enjoyable with someone you love.

EarthToKepler · Answer

I don't have motivation.. I have discipline, motivation gets you started and discipline keeps you going

Anonymous · Answer

I fell in love with fitness and health. I get severely bummed out if I miss a workout. What definitely set me on the right path was watching episodes of "Extreme Makeover Weightloss Edition" on YouTube. i was so amazed by those people, changing their lives, and I thought, "Wow. If they can do it, so can I."
Once you get into it, and start seeing results, it becomes an addiction.

Anonymous · Answer

What keeps me motivated is the fact that I go with my parents so they will carry me there if they have to lol. But it helps if you go with someone. Also it's fun to see that you get stronger ( in my case ) or lose weight. So keeping track of your progress helps a lot, in the beginning ( 2 months back, yeah still a newbie here but I give up easily :P ) I could barely lift 10lbs = +/-5kg ( if I'm not mistaken ). and now I can do double :3 thats a great feeling.

Good luck and hang in there!

Anonymous · Answer

I've been wearing the same size clothing for almost a decade due to the fact I was on the chubby side when I was younger. I just know if the clothing starts to feel a bit tight I need to get more exercise and eat a bit better. I also don't want to be overweight like my parents.

Anonymous · Answer

Once I saw results I became addicted. No stopping me now.

love2run13 · Answer

Cuz I love it-specifically long runs :D my motivation is that I wanna look great and keep my weight down and blood sugars manageable (im a type 1 diabetic) and also i feel like shit when i dont run so... yea

hthrilla · Answer

You have to choose to do it even when you don't want to. No motivation required. It's a mind set, it's discipline... seeing gains is definitely the biggest reward. And the hell are y'all posting pictures, damn it?

CourtJester · Answer

You can do if!! *rob schneider voice*

matheus_mb · Answer

I was fat in the past, I worked out hard to lose weight and now I work out not to get fat again and because I like it. After years working out, I can't stop anymore, it's like an addiction.

electromagnetic · Answer

For me, my motivations is the goal I wish to achieve. I don't have an idealistic weight or look I want to achieve but rather how I can improve my stance and ability to carry more weights.

Nik1hil · Answer

I need a good body, had rough past, I don't wanna be tossed like a tin can again by anyone, or don't wanna let anyone suffer like me, so I need to be strong. So I can help any and everyone anytime.
Without asking or crying for help.

apple24 · Answer

My passion keep me running! I have so much emotion when I run! I can't quit ! I will run bevause I love her meaning I love me!

mishiii · Answer

The attraction to the opposite sex is major. Makes you feel good about yourself. How can I send a picture?

FallenRangerz · Answer

Only thing so far is my motivation to join the Army and to look a lot more slimmer. It does falter as the days go by but I kick myself in the head and eventually work out hard the next day.

ConsultantIsBack · Answer

Being on stage for my first physique bodybuilding competition was possibly the most exhilarating moment of my life. There's a list of reasons for motivation, happiness and balance in life, etc.

clearlyday · Answer

This is gunna sound bitter but sometimes rejection keeps me motivated. Also the desire to feel healthy and confident.

Anonymous · Answer

Eric Thomas all the way that's what I use and my dream job u have to b in really good shape I that keeps me going. one call vision from Eric Thomas but really all r crazy good

Sailormoonprincess · Answer

It's wanting to be stronger and faster than everyone at the gym to be honest

heather33000 · Answer

To live long and prosper! :-) I still have problems with staying on stop of my exercise schedule though, I have a lot going on in life! Don't be hard on yourself, but do not make excuses! Work hard so you can play harder!

archiz · Answer

The fact that it is mostly sunny in my place so I am always or in a bikini or revealing clothes.

Likes2drive · Answer

Music use to back when I did it and to see actually gains would also help and if you can someone to do it with it but it can get boring at times

Skydas · Answer

My goal! I want to be able to perform planche push ups ^_^ It has become an addiction now that I come to think of it..

AlwaysBelieving · Answer

I have more energy after working out. Body Pump music is good as well.

Anonymous · Answer

The fact that i enjoy doing it and it makes me feel good...

RJGraveyTrain · Answer

Genuinely wanting to be healthy in body and mind.

jaydenl23 · Answer

I do it because I want to be healthy.

Anonymous · Answer

That Eric Prydz video "Call on Me".

Anonymous · Answer

Looking good and getting attention from girls :)

Anonymous · Answer

The knowledge that girls love fit guys.

WaterNymph611 · Answer

Fear of dying xD

Anonymous · Answer

Hot girls.

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