GoldLynx Posted January 13, 2016 Report Share Posted January 13, 2016 Like most good ideas, this one started in the shower. I have been negligent of my health and fitness over the holidays, and I was feeling a bit depressed since it's started to show. But I remembered the "ah-ha" moment I had which changed the way I looked at the human body: if I focused on what my body could do, rather than what it looked like, I had a much better reason to work out, and one which helped me be more consistent and train harder. It's a reason that, no matter how badly I've eaten up till some point, is good enough to make me shun the bagels and have chicken instead. It's also an idea which helps me be proud of my accomplishments even when one of them isn't looking like Kate Moss. So, I have decided to make a list. I encourage you to do the same. There are three categories, and each gets five items. The first category is things you love about your body that have nothing to do with how it looks. Think about what it can do.The second is physical features you posses and consider attractive which are present no matter what shape you're in.The third is changes which occur in your body, appearance- or capability-related, when you eat and train like a true NF Rebel. Here's mine: A) 1. Ability to bench-press 2. Sprinting! 3. Two legit chin-ups 4. Sing decently well 5. Jump rope 1. Bright blue eyes 2. Hourglass figure 3. Dimples 4. Lower lip pout 4. Pretty good complexionC) 1. Run up stairs with superspeed 2. Flat stomach 3. Nice legs 4. Endurance 5. Carry myself with more confidence 1 Quote We do not show off, for we are the unseen. We are not motivated by aesthetics, but effectiveness. Our bodies are our weapons, not our trophies.They are the civilians.We are the warriors. Link to comment
insanity Posted January 14, 2016 Report Share Posted January 14, 2016 A) 1. Can backpack for miles 2. Bulletproof immune system 3. Pretty flexible for someone who hasn't trained in flexibility 4. Takes a beating and asks for more 5. Deadlift 1. Dat Ass 2. Dose eyes 3. Warm smile (The eyes help) 4. Hearty laugh 5. The hair...C) 1.Traps... I have traps... 2. Squat enough to feel like the Hulk, well maybe his little brother 3. Better energy levels 4. Dat ass is better... 5. I'll fill this in when the back is formed up. Did I do this right? 1 Quote "Insanity - you make my world a better place man, you really do! That shit is awesome! :D" - Guzzi- My first challenge My battle Log: Insanity: Warrior Monk Honorary Ranger dubbed by DarK_RaideR, 1000 Pound club (875 of 1000) Link to comment
NeuroPunkNonsense Posted January 14, 2016 Report Share Posted January 14, 2016 A )Pretty darn flexible Carries me places Throws halfway decent punches Round kicks ftw Keeps going for that little bit extra even when it wants to stopB )Smirk Pretty, and sometimes intense, eyes Good skin Scars and stretch marks Mods (tattoos, piercings)C )The burst of euphoria that accompanies a strength gain tba tba tba tba Quote Current Challenge Reboots: Sane Cholesterol / Perfectionism Horse / Charity Masquerade Wheel II Wheel Triumphant Present Stumbles Original Challenges: 11 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 Link to comment
Brawlrus Posted January 14, 2016 Report Share Posted January 14, 2016 I started it, but I didn't think it'd be that hard for me. Quote I am the Brawlus, goo goo, g'joob. Link to comment
GoldLynx Posted January 14, 2016 Author Report Share Posted January 14, 2016 A) 1. Can backpack for miles 2. Bulletproof immune system 3. Pretty flexible for someone who hasn't trained in flexibility 4. Takes a beating and asks for more 5. Deadlift 1. Dat Ass 2. Dose eyes 3. Warm smile (The eyes help) 4. Hearty laugh 5. The hair...C) 1.Traps... I have traps... 2. Squat enough to feel like the Hulk, well maybe his little brother 3. Better energy levels 4. Dat ass is better... 5. I'll fill this in when the back is formed up. Did I do this right? Yup! Nice list! (and hair) Quote We do not show off, for we are the unseen. We are not motivated by aesthetics, but effectiveness. Our bodies are our weapons, not our trophies.They are the civilians.We are the warriors. Link to comment
GoldLynx Posted January 14, 2016 Author Report Share Posted January 14, 2016 I started it, but I didn't think it'd be that hard for me. Come on, I believe in you! Maybe three things per list? Quote We do not show off, for we are the unseen. We are not motivated by aesthetics, but effectiveness. Our bodies are our weapons, not our trophies.They are the civilians.We are the warriors. Link to comment
insanity Posted January 14, 2016 Report Share Posted January 14, 2016 Yup! Nice list! (and hair) You should see the before picture... :-D Quote "Insanity - you make my world a better place man, you really do! That shit is awesome! :D" - Guzzi- My first challenge My battle Log: Insanity: Warrior Monk Honorary Ranger dubbed by DarK_RaideR, 1000 Pound club (875 of 1000) Link to comment
SkiBlue Posted January 14, 2016 Report Share Posted January 14, 2016 Good things to think about and start focusing on! What I Can Do:- lift heavy things (love my deadlifts)- play capoeira!- play with my dog- climb stairs without getting winded- cartwheels! What I'm Proud Of:- petite/short- snuggly- ear piercings- hips- golden hair Things I Like About Me When I'm Rebelling:- no brain fog- better endurance- more confidence- HAPPY- well-maintained Ranger machine 1 Quote LEVEL 1 REBEL Link to comment
GoldLynx Posted January 14, 2016 Author Report Share Posted January 14, 2016 You should see the before picture... :-D ...do I? Quote We do not show off, for we are the unseen. We are not motivated by aesthetics, but effectiveness. Our bodies are our weapons, not our trophies.They are the civilians.We are the warriors. Link to comment
insanity Posted January 14, 2016 Report Share Posted January 14, 2016 ...do I? At about it's longest, this is a progress shot. Quote "Insanity - you make my world a better place man, you really do! That shit is awesome! :D" - Guzzi- My first challenge My battle Log: Insanity: Warrior Monk Honorary Ranger dubbed by DarK_RaideR, 1000 Pound club (875 of 1000) Link to comment
GoldLynx Posted January 14, 2016 Author Report Share Posted January 14, 2016 At about it's longest, this is a progress shot. Wow. How long did that take?? Quote We do not show off, for we are the unseen. We are not motivated by aesthetics, but effectiveness. Our bodies are our weapons, not our trophies.They are the civilians.We are the warriors. Link to comment
insanity Posted January 14, 2016 Report Share Posted January 14, 2016 Wow. How long did that take??About 3 years... 1 Quote "Insanity - you make my world a better place man, you really do! That shit is awesome! :D" - Guzzi- My first challenge My battle Log: Insanity: Warrior Monk Honorary Ranger dubbed by DarK_RaideR, 1000 Pound club (875 of 1000) Link to comment
Brawlrus Posted January 15, 2016 Report Share Posted January 15, 2016 Come on, I believe in you! Maybe three things per list? Alright, I think I have...something... A1. Carry heavy things2. Hit hard4. Good at counting B1. Tough skin2. Barrel chest3. Broad shoulders C1. Outgoing2. Light on my feet3. More tank-like Quote I am the Brawlus, goo goo, g'joob. Link to comment
Karianne85 Posted January 17, 2016 Report Share Posted January 17, 2016 Things I can do: 1. Water activities (someone at the gym complimented me on how nice I did some water exercises and most weren't even swimming)2. Bike ride pretty far without getting too tired out.3. Walking for an hour.4. Make my exercise 'look pretty'. (throwback to when my ballet teacher said 'make it look pretty'. Think that helped the swim stuff above. 5. Eager to try new things. (just tried yoga and zumba; liked yoga and hated Zumba but I tried them out) Features I like: 1. shapely legs2. good skin3. good teeth4. my body parts are symmetrical (sounds weird but when my granddaughter was born the nurse said that about her. I realized mine was too.)5. pretty feet Changes when I am eating and exercising and at the top of my game. 1. Feel happier2. More confident3. Look better in my clothes4. Good blood work/health stats5. Proud of myself 1 Quote Link to comment
Meanderthal Posted January 17, 2016 Report Share Posted January 17, 2016 This is such a good idea! Here's mine. A) 1. I like to eat pretty much anything, and that includes veggies. 2. Pistol squats! 3. A great sense of rhythm; I can pick up most types of dances very easily. 4. I can sleep through anything. 5. The single chin-up I can do. It took so long to achieve, but was well worth it:,) 1. I have a freakishly small mouth, but I really like it. 2. I have a pretty strong immune system. 3. My hands are pretty nice. 4. My hair is indestructable! 5. My teeth are pretty much indestructable too. C) 1. More energized and mentally alert. 2. Very proud of myself, accomplished, worthy. 3. Happier. It really is like an antidepressant. I feel more social after a workout. 4. Feel more robust and powerful, like I can take on the world. 5. I feel sexier after a workout, despite being all sweaty and gross. 1 Quote Battle Log | Fitness Progress Logs | Food Log Link to comment
GoldLynx Posted January 18, 2016 Author Report Share Posted January 18, 2016 Things I can do: 1. Water activities (someone at the gym complimented me on how nice I did some water exercises and most weren't even swimming)2. Bike ride pretty far without getting too tired out.3. Walking for an hour.4. Make my exercise 'look pretty'. (throwback to when my ballet teacher said 'make it look pretty'. Think that helped the swim stuff above. 5. Eager to try new things. (just tried yoga and zumba; liked yoga and hated Zumba but I tried them out) Features I like: 1. shapely legs2. good skin3. good teeth4. my body parts are symmetrical (sounds weird but when my granddaughter was born the nurse said that about her. I realized mine was too.)5. pretty feet Changes when I am eating and exercising and at the top of my game. 1. Feel happier2. More confident3. Look better in my clothes4. Good blood work/health stats5. Proud of myself Capital list! I'm jealous of your bike-riding skills and your super-smile. 1 Quote We do not show off, for we are the unseen. We are not motivated by aesthetics, but effectiveness. Our bodies are our weapons, not our trophies.They are the civilians.We are the warriors. Link to comment
Meanderthal Posted January 18, 2016 Report Share Posted January 18, 2016 This is such a great thread. A 1. I like to eat pretty much anything, and that includes veggies. 2. Pistol squats! Not very many but I'm super proud of them. 3. A great sense of rhythm; I can pick up most types of dances very easily. 4. I can sleep through anything. 5. The single chin-up I can do. It took so long to achieve, but was well worth it:,)B 1. I have a freakishly small mouth, but I really like it. 2. I have a pretty strong immune system. 3. My hands are pretty nice. 4. My hair is indestructable! 5. My teeth are pretty much indestructable too.C 1. More energized and mentally alert. 2. Very proud of myself, accomplished, worthy. 3. Happier. It really is like an antidepressant. I feel more social after a workout. 4. Feel more robust and powerful. I'm a tiny person (pretty much textbook skinnyfat), and I don't like feeling tiny & weak. 5. I feel sexier after a workout, despite being all sweaty and gross. Quote Battle Log | Fitness Progress Logs | Food Log Link to comment
fitnessgurl Posted January 18, 2016 Report Share Posted January 18, 2016 A.1. Bodyweight Squat goddess according to a friend2. Stronger than ever before3. Can walk for a long time4. Found my abs5. Can run fast up the stairsB. 1. My hair2. My eye color3. Look younger than I am4. Healthy skin5. No clue what to put here because the above is what others have told me. I don't really think about it.C. 1. Arm muscles yay!2. 10 proper-form push-ups3. More toned4. More energy5. Sleep better 1 Quote L3 Human Ranger/Assassin Str. 6 Dex. 2 Sta. 1 Con. 12 Wis. 8 Cha. 3 https://www.nerdfitness.com/character/58014 Motto: Where there is life, there is hope. Soli Deo Gloria Link to comment
fitnessgurl Posted January 18, 2016 Report Share Posted January 18, 2016 At about it's longest, this is a progress shot.Whoa!It's as long as mine! Quote L3 Human Ranger/Assassin Str. 6 Dex. 2 Sta. 1 Con. 12 Wis. 8 Cha. 3 https://www.nerdfitness.com/character/58014 Motto: Where there is life, there is hope. Soli Deo Gloria Link to comment
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