Getting in Shape

I did it!

1 full hour on elliptical and 30 minutes on incline on treadmill followed by some calisthenics and light weights.

Now, I know that may not be a major accomplishment to most of you...but background story:

Never worked out as a teen. Didn't play sports and didn't have a weight problem, so I never got into it and no one pushed me to be active.

Started gaining weight midway through college and when FI and I got together. Been gaining ever since. I'm 5'2 and 137 (borderline overweight for my height); I used to be 120.

Tried to get the motivation to work out, joined a gym a while back...didn't go. Would get panic attacks about being in front of people or just lose motivation. I would actually drive to the gym, count the cars, and just drive back home feeling defeated.

I don't feel sexy anymore. Sex life has suffered a little because of my self consciousness. I want to be ME again. I want my body back!

So I've been going to the gym almost every day now for 2 weeks!! I'm finally past the fear and lack of motivation stage! I finally WANT to change. I am super proud of myself for getting over this obstacle. I feel great about myself, and know I'm in it for life. Just felt like sharing! :)


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  • You go girl!!! That is awesome!!!! You sound really motivated. I could use some of your motivation!!
  • Congratulations! I bet that feels great for you!
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    [QUOTE]1 full hour on elliptical and 30 minutes on incline on treadmill followed by some calisthenics and light weights. Now, I know that may not be a major accomplishment to most of you...[/QUOTE]
    are you serious? that's really impressive. i'm proud of myself when i do 30 minutes on the elliptical :p granted, i've only been going to the gym for a couple months but you have some serious stamina. good job.
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  • Great job! Keep it up :-)
  • Thanks guys!! I might also add that when I began, I could only do about 7 minutes on the elliptical without feeling winded. I'm a little sore today, so maybe I'll just do something lighter.

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  • I agree! 

    I'm proud of myself when I get to 45 minutes on the crossramp... 

    Good job!!! 
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