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Does anyone actually enjoy working out? (lemm.ee)

submitted 1 year ago by aCosmicWave@lemm.ee to c/asklemmy@lemmy.ml

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I can imagine people having fun getting lost in the flow of playing a competitive sport. I've also heard some people experience a post-workout high. But does anyone actually feel pleasure in the moment while lifting weights, jogging, cycling, etc?

If so... what does it feel like? Is there anything the rest of us can do to cultivate such a mindset?

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[–] Gh05t 1 points 1 year ago

I feel that it depends on what you’re trying to get from it. Something like weights and bodybuilding is a very visually rewarding experience where you see the work you’ve put in within weeks. Whereas something like weight loss would be less about the gym and more about diet. You’re always better off skipping a meal than trying to work it off.

I formed positive associations with working out from what I saw happening and then from there I worked on my diet in conjunction with maintaining my workout. Together the overall impact was very rewarding and that kept me going back to the gym.

I also believe that just going to the gym everyday as a routine is good. Once you get there you’ll find something to do for an hour. Just move your body and see what you enjoy but it’s important to form that positive association with working out.

I’ve read other people positing and I think underneath everything they’re saying it’s that they connected the results with the action and that kept them on track. Whether it’s with a friend or a partner or with your podcast. My friend only watches his favorite show while on the treadmill. That’s how he keeps himself going and looks forward to doing a workout because of it.