gym motivation anyone?

help!

i have a membership at the local y that i have DEFINITELY not been taking advantage of! i hardly ever go! i used to go a lot in the warmer months, but i find this time of year i just want to go home after work (it's already dark!) and curl up with a cup of tea, along with some unhealthy snacks!

any tips for someone who's putting on some unwelcome winter "insulation"?

Find a friend! or... go to a class!

I find that I have a set plan (a class time to go to or a friend to meet, etc.) I am MUCH more likely to actually make it to the gym! Plus that is so much more fun!

Or do some workouts at home, do cardio at home and then try and make it to the Gym once or twice a week for resistance. Switch it up!

Chris R

If your gym has free classes, get involved.  It's a great way to meet new people who will definitely encourage you, and support you.  If not, you can always reach out by asking brief questions of the normal "gym rats" in between their sets though :-)

I hope it works for you.  Just get started, you'll be surprised! With each day, week, month you will become more stronger, and more MOTIVATED.  I found that's what worked for me when I had that problem, I would go directly from work.  You just have to do it "FOR YOU"! 

Keep us posted.  I'm sure everyone would love to hear how can't stay away from the gym.  LOL.

thanks for all the encouragement. ;)

i went to the gym today after work! it made me wonder just why i avoid it so much! i DO NOT feel more tired, instead i feel pretty proud of myself and satisfied and i couldn't wait to log my calories burned in here!

hopefully i'm on my way to becoming a gym "regular"!!

Yea!!  Here's one for you.  Try the different ellipital machines, you will quickly identify your favorite.  They are excellent for burning lots of calories.  You never really "out grow" them, because of the various settings.

KEEP UP THE GOOD WORK!! You will see definite results very shortly, and of course just wait til summer.  Better start saving for that "shopping spree" now. LOL!!