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I'm at the gym, over all happy with results so far, just lately no motivation. I'm here today which is better than most days lately. How do you get/stay motivated?

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I don't do the gym. I do martial arts. Since it's a class four days a week, I have to be there. Other people ask about me when I'm gone. The studio had its own Facebook group where everyone discusses classes.

The point is, I wouldn't go to a gym either. I hate them. So find something that is fun and that will make you accountable.

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I do karate as well. It was 2x a week now it's just 1 til holidays are past. Happy to say I am an orange belt already, working towards green. Before surgery when I started in January I was at the gym at least 3 days a week most of the time 4. Even with adding karate in May. I just seem so worn down lately. Not tired or sleepy just worn out. I did get 30 minutes on the treadmill in so that's something.

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Ugh I cant do gyms yuck! I love working out at home. There is great videos. I love Barre, pilates, yoga. Beach Body has some great videos.

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I don't do the gym. I do martial arts. Since it's a class four days a week, I have to be there. Other people ask about me when I'm gone. The studio had its own Facebook group where everyone discusses classes.

The point is, I wouldn't go to a gym either. I hate them. So find something that is fun and that will make you accountable.

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That's really awesome and a great solution! I'm getting into rock climbing but I really do need a group of people who to hold me accountable.

I agree that going to be gym can be a challenge. Especially if you're like me and you used the gym to punish yourself with exercise in the past.

Martial arts, a dance troupe, a group of rock climbers, hikers, bikers. I think friends and accountability are the way to go.

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