Why do you do it?

Whisky

Whisky

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Hey all, just interested in why we are all into training/health? Obviously for most its probably a combination of things but, gun to your head, what's the main reason you train more/harder and invest more time/money into food/supps than the average person?

For me it's asthetics (would love it to be a more profound reason but that's probably number one).....
 
So I can eat as much as I do and not get fat, pretty much. I used to be really skinny and looked terrifying. Those are the main reasons.
 
Something to keep my mind busy used to be a hardcore drug addict, this seriousily helps me not want to go back that.. That and i just love the feeling of endorphins being released after a hard workout.. Thats a high in itself to be honest
 
Whisky said:
Hey all, just interested in why we are all into training/health? Obviously for most its probably a combination of things but, gun to your head, what's the main reason you train more/harder and invest more time/money into food/supps than the average person?

For me it's asthetics (would love it to be a more profound reason but that's probably number one).....
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To intimidate my daughters first boyfriend and chase him away. LOL
Truth being told, to look different than anyone I know at my age. No saggy azz and walking stiffed legged -hunched forward. I want to be an old fugger who can carry his own coffin.
 
hairygrandpa said:
To intimidate my daughters first boyfriend and chase him away. LOL
Truth being told, to look different than anyone I know at my age. No saggy azz and walking stiffed legged -hunched forward. I want to be an old fugger who can carry his own coffin.
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It’s amazing the difference in appearance it can make as the years progress. I know 60 year olds who are strong, fit and loving life and I know 60 year olds who look ready for a hole in the ground. Physically can’t work anymore and tired all the time.

I’m planning to follow your example HG....
 
Weight training gives me something to look forward to in my spare time when all I have to think about is me. An escape from reality.
Most of the supplements I use make that time even more enjoyable and productive.

Aesthetics are secondary for me. I could see it becoming primary though if I were to have my ideal body..
 
I need to be fit, it is hard but then having a good shape brings confidence and kill the doubters.It i also my kind of a stress reliever.
 
For the moment it keeps me going. I’m not a self destructive person but without it I feel I have nothing. My drive to become something better, stronger, more resilient. There’s no stopping until a major change comes about!
 
depends on where I am with life

started as a way to reduce stress
then it was about looks and looking better
then it was mostly about health

at this point I do it because I'm used to it and without it, it just doesn't feel right.....all of the reasons I mentioned are all incorporated but the gym serves many benefits over the years and could change
 
It started to get strong and gain weight, then it morphed into training for sports and competitions, and now is just part of my life like eating and sleeping. I'm associated with being fit, big and strong by everyone and now that I am in my 40s, it is good for the ego. At 76, my dad is stronger and in better shape than most 20 somethings because he has NEVER stopped moving and lifts weights daily. People think he is in his 50s and it's because of training and fitness (and a little genetics...) and I want that.
 
I train because I like getting stronger as I get older. It’s fun and gives me a chance to burn off some of life’s frustrations by turning those things that frustrate me into energy to lift things. I like being in somewhat decent shape as well. I’m also being chased by my oldest son and can’t have him lifting heavier than me ;)
 
I never needed to. Always thin,wiry, of fast movements. Never muscular. Well into my early 40s and then it was like hitting a wall. In terms of slowing up. So took up weightlifting. I think it was the stress effects of a failed marriage. Now I have muscles for the first time in my life. Feel great. Look great according to women. Second wave at life.

So in short-because of Her. Cue the scene in Laurel & Hardy where all the Foreign Legionnaires and the Riff Arab bandits show a picture of the same woman that led them to chose their current vocation.

I should say mid 40s. I hit the wall at 46.5. I recall what it was like still.
 
In the beginning it was to attract the females. Now I just love lifting. Nice to be able to fill out your shirt in the summer too.
 
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