How can I motivate myself to get off my ass and work out?

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I'm such a lazy person and I'm sick of it but still can't manage to peel my fat ass off the couch
 Wtf can I do?

BrianG123 · Accepted Answer

Do you like playing sports? I hate running or going to the gym, but I love playing sports. So I don't mind running, jumping, etc when I'm playing a game.

So if you like sports, you could join a rec league. It'd be a great way to socialize with new people, and you'd get your workout in at the same time.

If you don't like sports, I'd try and find a podcast you like, and try and get on a treadmill for the entire length of the podcast. That way, you're focused on the podcast and not how much you hate working out. If you have a treadmill at home or go to a fancy gym with a personal TV, you could also do this with TV shows or movies.

If none of that sounds good, you could always just make smaller decisions. If you need to run an errand nearby, walk instead of drive. Or walk to mass transit instead of drive. Take the stairs instead of the elevator. Take a walk around your block or to a park to people watch or around a shopping center.

Or, hell, go to the mall and walk around the different stores. There's gotta be something you want to go do or see... and just walk an extra 15-20 minutes each time. It'll burn off more calories than you think.

Fearless_banana · Accepted Answer

Stop thinking about it and just do it lol. It's as simple as that. Drink 2 water bottles.. eat a solid meal for energy and take a cold shower. You'll be g2g. Go make your body sexy brah

Paris13 · Accepted Answer

It's Mind over Matter in this Sticky Situation at hand with being Disciplined and Talking to yourself Now... I need to peel my fat *ss off the couch.
Take a Good look in the Mirror, And if this is not Enough, Jump on the Scales as you hear your own Wails.
I believe as much in my own life That there have been times I have fallen off the wagon, A few Extra pounds did Hound, And Off and Running I Went to lose the Weight.
You will know when Enough is Enough and if Not.. Just plop.
Good luck And I have Faith in you that you can do it. xx

EllieLexis513 · Accepted Answer

I was like you once, but now I go to the gym a lot and eat healthier. I was able to just get up and go on my own because I was always crying about my weight and feeling hideous all the time. However, a lot of people need a partner to go with them to the gym You may need one. I also wrote a myTake not too long ago about what you should bring with you to the gym.

www.girlsaskguys.com/.../a27881-5-gym-items-every-woman-needs-to-enjoy-an-awesome-workout

RedRobin · Answer

Put photos of people working out and who look good all around your house so when you see them you'll feel motivated to workout. I wrote this take a few months ago, I hope it helps 😊

CheerGirl38139 · Answer

It's easier to get started of you can find a friend or relative to help kick each other in the butt. But if you don't have that luxury there are also phone apps to help with that as well.

It's easy to say "turn off the tv and just do it" - but in reality, it's easier to be lazy. Try to find a buddy, at least in the beginning. 🙋

Mustachekitteh · Answer

Zumba, knowing you are doing movements that make you look extremely sexy yet getting you to workout. Is a really good way to make you start working out more.

katscratchfever · Answer

When I lost 63 lbs something that consistently helped me was what I called a "motivational fantasy". Every time you want to eat something bad or not exercise think of your motivational fantasy. It can be anything from being on stage walking the catwalk with a fit body or just walking the beach real sexy like with a great body. You have to force this fantasy into your brain and play it like a movie... and the motivation just comes.

PizzaSlut4u · Answer

Just look at her.

kat_gran · Answer

TURN OFF the tv. Just turn it off.
Turn off the phone... Just turn it off.
Turn off the laptop.

And watch yourself go and start running or getting off the couch. But the first thing you need to do IS TURN OFF all these damn electronics!

Kraftmuppen · Answer

Here's my motivational playlist: Has never failed me

Cmasterson · Answer

The more you think about the more you won't do it, so when you don't feel like it just get your ass off the couch and go- little time to think, by then you'll be there and you'll do a work out.

ModernDayCrusader · Answer

find something you enjoy that keeps you active example: Running is boring af, but playing basketball is much funner!  Or try dancing or weightlifting or yoga or swimming

singlebee · Answer

Hmmm you just have to get up every morning and go for a walk... Or jogging... First.. And then when you are ready you can join the gym

Allforit · Answer

Do you like being "fat"? Cuz if so, don't worry about it. lol ultimately YOU need to be happy.

vekin · Answer

if you wanna do sports find something you enjoy, if you don't enjoy it then it's less likely then you can stay motivated

Polocrew · Answer

Well I just killed it this morning screaming in basement OP bahaha so yea lvl up or stay behind ha

Anonymous · Answer

Tell yourself. you'll only get fatter if you remain in your stagnant lifestyle

ConsultantIsBack · Answer

You want to be healthy, happy, and hot dont you?

TruExo · Answer

*flexes muscles* !! JUST DO IT!!!

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