Motivation needed!

[xemilyx001x]

Hello. I haven't written on many of these before, but I need some motivation! I weigh more now than I ever have, and although I am not really overweight, I feel really fat and flabby. I went to the gym today, and I struggled to push through the barrier! Any tips on how to really push yourself?

Thanks so much! Emily

[returner]

Hi xemilyx101x,

If you're not overweight, then don't aim to significantly reduce weight. Underweight can be a significant health problem and can go hand in hand with poor nutrition.

If you want to tone up your muscles, then exercise and increased physical activity would be the way to go for that.

[xemilyx001x in reply to returner]

My body fat percentage is not too high. I am aiming for 8stone ish as that would give me a BMI of around 20 and I would have much less fat. I was 8 stone 2 a year ago, and I was much happier and had a lot more confidence - miss that!

Thanks,

[harleychick]

Hi Emily. Try drinking protein drinks. that will give u energy.

[xemilyx001x in reply to harleychick]

Thanks - I will give that a shot!

[harleychick in reply to xemilyx001x]

i hope it works for u. also try and drink protein drinks for a meal replacement. that will also help u. i drink one for breakfest and lunch with fruite inbetwwen if your hungry still. ill try and give u all the support i can.if u want to e mail me privetly u can. love to chat with u more.

[xemilyx001x in reply to harleychick]

Thank you, will do

[harleychick in reply to xemilyx001x]

do u want my private e mail address

[Edithharrison]

Emily can you get a personal trainer at the gym to help you. I noticed that some are great, they reall go out of their way to give you the support and the push . If you oxfordshire give me a shout. I am looking for a buddy to go out walking.

[xemilyx001x in reply to Edithharrison]

Hello, Yes there are personal trainers but ridiculously expensive! I'm north unfortunately - maybe someone to exercise with would help though!