In the last couple years I have gained some weight. Maybe about 10 pounds over 4-5 years. I figured that it was just weight gained from being in the relationship I am in, and just being more comfortable and laid back. You know, more snuggling-watch tv time. Then, come December of this last year I gained 30 extra pounds in a period of a month (no, it's not holiday weight. I'm sure). No, I'm not pregnant. No, my eating habits or exercise habits have not changed. I was on medication, yes. So, I dropped it. Now I am 5'2 and 151.6 lbs. I try and get myself motivated, but no matter what I do I just can't!! How do you motivate yourself when you have no motivation. I plastered notes all around the house, I made a work out plan (which I am not following) and I have even taken recent pictures and put them on the mirror. Eating healthy is hard because my partner is such a picky eater. I mean, we eat healthy... but ALL of the stuff I read in a weight loss book I found, she would NEVER eat. And she doesn't cook. I just dont have time to cook two different dinners every night. I joined a gym, and I hate going there. I bought Zumba and Turbo fire and they move to fast for me to keep up and to be able to do what they are doing. What do I do :-(
Hi Acinorev6, I understand why you are feeling frustrated, though it's all about getting to a place where you feel good and motivated again. Working out, just like anything else, needs to be developed into a healthy habit. It's really important to find work-outs that are fun and interesting. As well, set realistic weekly goals, because if you are putting too much pressure on yourself in the beginning, then you will lose motivation right then and there. Also, is there a way to find a happy medium in your meals with your partner? It may take a bit of trial and error in terms of getting there, but it's worth the work so that you have a long-term healthy eating plan.