I love it, I listen to music and it's like meditation. The pain of muscle fatigue for me feels good and bad at the same time.
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It took me a while. Once I was in shape, didn't get horribly sore, could hit impressive PR's, and saw undeniable results. That's when I switched from "ugh gotta go to the gym" to "hell yes time to tear it up at the gym"
I think seeing the massive pattern of progress without dealing with the soreness is what I need to enjoy it.
Fucking love it. I'm an absolute gym rat.
Problem is, I'm currently wasting away due to severe anemia, and in the last 2 months, I've gone from deadlifting 500lbs to barely being able to carry in groceries.
I dislike running, getting tired, hot and sweaty. However i love post workout feeling good, the moment its over for the day, the tension of my muslces after a workout, and a nice cold shower especially during summer heat. I also enjoy when i notice things have become easier after being consistent with my workouts, though i have to increase the difficulty its a nice fealing of progress. Sleep is getting better i just need my meals to be at a good direction to get the best out of myself.
Yes, it lets me take my mind away from things for abit. Helps to keep me in shape as well
Nah, it's definitely a delayed gratification in my case. I don't dislike working out per se, I just like doing other things more. Hence why I do a couple of physically demanding sports.
I used to, but I fell out of the habit. Mostly with strength training, kinda hated cardio haha. The only way I liked cardio was to hop on an elliptical and tune out to a show while I "ran".
Yes. or else why would you even grab a single weighted object. ?
Yes re: lifting weights - it did take a while though. I had to start lifting for medical reasons and the first 2 months were an absolute chore. Now you need to handcuff me to stop me going lol
What helps in my experience is ideally going with a buddy but if that's not possible, finding out what exercises you enjoy and focussing on them first. No point making it more difficult than it needs to be to start, the best workout is the one you can be consistent with. Headphones and a podcast help too
Jogging is pretty great, you're outside, running through the park, forest, watching the nature, have the time to focus on youself so how would someone not enjoy that
I do martial arts so it's a bit different, but I do really enjoy moving around and getting tired.