coach_izzy
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Ber Rabbit:I'm a motivated worker for other people but when it comes to doing things for myself I tend to say "why bother." Guess I need a workout buddy who has the same availability I do.
Ber :lilbunny:
I guess it's time to start thinking like a diver. A good diver is self-sufficient and self-reliant, and though he may dive with a buddy, he knows that nothing beats being prepared when it comes to dealiing with the ugly stuff.
I'm very sure that you're very thorough when it comes to checking your gear prior to a dive. You would not trust anybody else with going over your set-up and telling you "Looks alright", because you know exactly how your gear is rigged and that works well for you. Why not apply the same mentality to your physical fitness? You, and only you know what you need to do, and nobody else is going to do it for you. If you cannot find enough motivation within yourself to get the job started, you have already failed. You may go a couple of times and perhaps get started, but without motivation, every little thing will become a major excuse, and soon you'll be back where you started.
A workout buddy is great, but not necessary. Provided that both of you have the same level of physical fitness and make-up, it makes the routines flow smoothly and gives ADDITIONAL incentive. Notice that I said ADDITIONAL, because again, if you lack self-motivation, that too fades easily. What if your workout partner cannot make it one day? Will you blow out an entire session? Will you have a mediocre session at best? Besides, once you start your routines and establish a schedule, you're likely to meet a training partner more suited to your needs, unless you already have a specific person in mind, but again, I would not make it essential.
It all boils down to how bad you really want it. If you can visualize it, feel it, there will be no stopping you. The road is not easy. Is choked with wannbe's who will try to block your way and try to tempt you with an "easy" way out. There's no such thing. Nothing beats will, effort, and guts. For your body to change, it has to be challenged. That is easy at first, going from nothing to something will produce some results. The long term however, will require a lot of your mental endurance, and this is where you'll need all motivation. When you're more advanced, and want your body to change, the challenges are not pleasant, but the rewards are all the sweeter. Most people never make it to this stage. They lack the mental discipline for it.
So Why Bother? Because there's a lot more at stake than just a few pounds. It's about finding out more about yourself and if you really have it.
So pack your bag and head there inmediately. Think of a REALLY crucial reason to keep procastinating. Chances are you won't find it. Head there... You have doubts? There's always floor personel to assist you. Want something more customized? Hire a qualified trainer and get some good books on the subject.
So Why Bother? Because it's about you, and you're worth it!
Have fun, be safe, and let us know how it goes. Good luck