Can I bitch for a sec?

[joenali]

I have gained so much weight! This is not just holiday pounds. I feel disgusting, look terrible and feel gross. I wish I could run. I need to get my shit together and just do my swimming workouts. I need to eat better. I know motivation has to come from me, but I'm in a frustrating place. My foot is not cooperating. Although, so much better since the day I broke it, it's still not feeling right. I can't run and running is just "so easy" to do. Can't get to the pool? Run. Need to get in some quick exercise? Run. I'm so frustrated with myself. Give me some help h&f.

Maybe I'll buy a fit bit? I could join a gym and could start some yoga or walk on the treadmill. I've already signed up for a race, so I have something to train for. I feel so gross!
ETA: even my stick thin mother mother was like just eat a little every couple of hours, then you can look forward to eating a bit more later. Shut the hell up mom!!!

[sadlebred]

What about riding your bike or spin class?

[joenali]

Dec 28, 2015 12:06:07 GMT -5 sadlebred said:

What about riding your bike or spin class?

Yeah it's set up in my basement. Dh just set it up before Christmas. So yes I can and should do that as well.

[bostonmichelle]

Bitch away!

Also join a gym or get a fitbit whatever will motivate you and make you feel better. 2016 is going to be your year!

[itsme]

Get your butt to the pool!

Seriously though, motivation is really hard to find sometimes. It sounds like you miss running a lot ooooorrrr you are making excuses not to do the other workouts because you want to run instead and if you can't run then no workouts happen. If you think a fitbit would help you get out and move then get one. I like the idea of yoga.

[sitnspin]

I'm sorry you are frustrated, we all go through it, promise!  I am only 5'1", so when I gain a few pounds, it shows immediately and makes me feel like sh!t.  I was up almost 5lbs recently for no good reason at all.  I just moved my scale out of the bathroom and do not plan on looking at it for a while.  It was a real mind f*ck.  I feel better in my clothes now, but that really sucked.  I feel your pain.

Do you like group fitness?  I agree with the PP, try something new like a Spinning class (find a licensed facility if you can), or grab a buddy to keep you accountable until you can run like you used to.  

((hugs))