Re: Motivation Problems...

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In a message dated 6/20/2001 11:25:18 AM Eastern Daylight Time,

webmistress@... writes:

<<

Yup, I've been looking at my tapes and been putting

off my workouts till the very last minute. I've switched back

to the basic workout and did two workouts in 5 days. I am

feeling guilty yet I cant be bothered to pop in a tape. I look

at the live advanced workout and am dreading the floor workout

to then get up again. >>

Then don't do the live advanced tape right now. Save it for when you are in

the mood. Do you have any other advanced live tapes? If not, it's time to

buy some. New tapes are a sure fire motivational boost. Heat does drain

you. Add a fan. Sometimes that helps. Remember the great results you have

been getting from exercise. If you aren't up to taebo, do some other form of

exercise. Exercise isn't always fun, but it has to be a life style.

Exercise because it is what you do. Good luck, Mel! I'll be thinking about

you!

Elena

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In a message dated 6/20/2001 11:25:18 AM Eastern Daylight Time,

webmistress@... writes:

<<

Yup, I've been looking at my tapes and been putting

off my workouts till the very last minute. I've switched back

to the basic workout and did two workouts in 5 days. I am

feeling guilty yet I cant be bothered to pop in a tape. I look

at the live advanced workout and am dreading the floor workout

to then get up again. >>

Then don't do the live advanced tape right now. Save it for when you are in

the mood. Do you have any other advanced live tapes? If not, it's time to

buy some. New tapes are a sure fire motivational boost. Heat does drain

you. Add a fan. Sometimes that helps. Remember the great results you have

been getting from exercise. If you aren't up to taebo, do some other form of

exercise. Exercise isn't always fun, but it has to be a life style.

Exercise because it is what you do. Good luck, Mel! I'll be thinking about

you!

Elena

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Mel,

Sending you all the motivation you need! Don't feel bad, you have been doing

a wonderful job! Hey we all need a break sometime. I just haven't stopped,

but I'm hyper all day long anyway! =) Man must be nice to be shopping in the

teens dept.! Sounds like you are doing wonderful girl! Keep that head up, and

smile, you are getting there!

Smiles,

Lacey

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Mel

For some reason your message really hit me. I have read messages like that many

times and written messages like that many times but for some reason, yours gave

me a different feeling. Maybe it's the fact that you are desperately trying to

stop whatever it is you are going through. Sometimes that can make the biggest

difference ever. It's really weird the things that motivate us, or takes or

motivation away...really weird but I do know that when I am not motivated

mentally nothing gets me motivated no matter what.... but, many times I have

simply pushed through that. Forced myself to just pop in that tape and get a

little bit done. You don't have to finish a whole tape just do a little bit

just to show yourself that you can do SOMETHING when you really really want to.

It really sucks when things just don't click and then you have people like me

telling you to just do it. I am definitely not on the outside looking in at

you, I am sorta in limbo myself . I feel great for !

a few days and I do great for a

few days but then I lose that for a few days and do nothing for a few days.

It's tough but I always manage to come back to taebo. Two basic workouts in five

days is something to be proud of! Those tapes are NOT easy by any means. Many

times I skip the floor work on the advanced tape, sometimes I'm simply not up

to it. Hang in there, Mel. You will get your motivation back, please don't

feel guilty about taking a little break.

Jenni

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In a message dated 6/20/2001 2:14:51 PM Eastern Daylight Time,

lynyrdskynyrd1@... writes:

<<

Hi, I am new here so I do not know anyone's history. You mention the

inhaler, have you been ill or have bad allergies? Either would unmotivate

the most motivated. It is difficult to exercise hard when you do not feel

well.

Hang in there. Doing the basic tape instead of the advanced may be a better

idea for now.

Candace

>>

Welcome, Candace! Look at you, already jumping in with good advice! Tell us

more about yourself. How long have you been doing taebo? What tapes do you

have? Where are your from?

Elena

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Hang in there Mel......

Think of all the reasons why you SHOULD pop in that tape. Remember the

adrenaline rush that gives you extra energy for the day......remember the

dropping clothes sizes......remember the great feeling you have because you

are a conqueror (spelling?). Don't you just stand a little taller when taebo

has been part of your day. Pop in the tape and be sure to listen to the

pep talk at the end.......his words can make a big difference as to

when your next workout will be.

Caroline, who just might have to get off her soapbox, take my own advice and

pop in a tape now!

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" Sigh, I don't like this downward spiral, I've come along this far

and I feel the motivation just slip away. Maybe its the inhumane

heat that is doing this, but I train in a a/c'ed room so it shouldn't

be a problem. My last few workouts have even caused me to

take my emergency inhaler. "

Mel, even though you are working out in an air conditionned environnement

doesn't mean that the heat isn't getting to you. There has been smog in

Montreal in the last week, which diminishes drastically the quality of the air

we breathe. It is even recommended that people abstain from working out when

there is smog (cuz the bad air gets inside also), ESPECIALLY people with

asthmatic type disorders, because the polluted air stimulates bronchi and

bronchioles.

I've been dealing with the same problems as you have lately. Sunday morning,

I popped in an advanced workout, and wasn't able to get thru it! I suspect it

is because of the heat and smog. Last night, I also was totally drained after

my workout (whereas usually I am totally energized).

On the other hand, you may also be dealing with boredom with your workouts

(that does also happen you know... even with Taebo!).

My advice to you... shake things up a bit, do something different, preferably

in a pool (but not necessarily), where it is cool and focus on less challenging

cardio exercises (which will help diminish the effects of the poor air quality

on your lungs).

Hope this is useful...

Remember, you are not the only one dealing with these issues right now!

Janick

who is looking forward to being in Quebec city next week to get away from the

smog

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" Sigh, I don't like this downward spiral, I've come along this far

and I feel the motivation just slip away. Maybe its the inhumane

heat that is doing this, but I train in a a/c'ed room so it shouldn't

be a problem. My last few workouts have even caused me to

take my emergency inhaler. "

Mel, even though you are working out in an air conditionned environnement

doesn't mean that the heat isn't getting to you. There has been smog in

Montreal in the last week, which diminishes drastically the quality of the air

we breathe. It is even recommended that people abstain from working out when

there is smog (cuz the bad air gets inside also), ESPECIALLY people with

asthmatic type disorders, because the polluted air stimulates bronchi and

bronchioles.

I've been dealing with the same problems as you have lately. Sunday morning,

I popped in an advanced workout, and wasn't able to get thru it! I suspect it

is because of the heat and smog. Last night, I also was totally drained after

my workout (whereas usually I am totally energized).

On the other hand, you may also be dealing with boredom with your workouts

(that does also happen you know... even with Taebo!).

My advice to you... shake things up a bit, do something different, preferably

in a pool (but not necessarily), where it is cool and focus on less challenging

cardio exercises (which will help diminish the effects of the poor air quality

on your lungs).

Hope this is useful...

Remember, you are not the only one dealing with these issues right now!

Janick

who is looking forward to being in Quebec city next week to get away from the

smog

[Guest guest]

Thanks Elena,

After I wallowed in my self-pity for 10 minutes I went and

did the advanced live tape. I kicked myself in the butt and

figured I had to blurt it out to understand what I was going

through (I hope that made sense )

I have been trying to get new tapes but the Canadian reseller

of taebo product has been *out of stock* for over two months now.

Anyways, I will pull through. Friday, I fit in clothing sold in teen

stores! I am so proud. I can't let myself give up just yet.

Mel

*who is trying to keep the faith!*

<<

Yup, I've been looking at my tapes and been putting

off my workouts till the very last minute. I've switched back

to the basic workout and did two workouts in 5 days. I am

feeling guilty yet I cant be bothered to pop in a tape. I look

at the live advanced workout and am dreading the floor workout

to then get up again. >>

Then don't do the live advanced tape right now. Save it for when you are in

the mood. Do you have any other advanced live tapes? If not, it's time to

buy some. New tapes are a sure fire motivational boost. Heat does drain

you. Add a fan. Sometimes that helps. Remember the great results you have

been getting from exercise. If you aren't up to taebo, do some other form of

exercise. Exercise isn't always fun, but it has to be a life style.

Exercise because it is what you do. Good luck, Mel! I'll be thinking about

you!

Elena

[Guest guest]

Janick,

I think you hit the nail on the head with the smog thing. I am

hyper sensitive to smog and an increase in atmospheric pol-

lutants. The fact that I was having such a hard time just doing

the workout must have killed my motivation and thus whenever

I wanted to workout, I would remember it as being difficult.

As for boredom, that probably acted as glue to the whole situation

and borught me down.

I did my advanced workout today and it was a breeze (well as much

a breeze as taebo can be).

Thanks sweety,

Mel

Mel, even though you are working out in an air conditionned environnement

doesn't mean that the heat isn't getting to you. There has been smog in

Montreal in the last week, which diminishes drastically the quality of the air

we breathe. It is even recommended that people abstain from working out when

there is smog (cuz the bad air gets inside also), ESPECIALLY people with

asthmatic type disorders, because the polluted air stimulates bronchi and

bronchioles.

I've been dealing with the same problems as you have lately. Sunday morning,

I popped in an advanced workout, and wasn't able to get thru it! I suspect it

is because of the heat and smog. Last night, I also was totally drained after

my workout (whereas usually I am totally energized).

On the other hand, you may also be dealing with boredom with your workouts

(that does also happen you know... even with Taebo!).

[Guest guest]

" I think you hit the nail on the head with the smog thing. I am

hyper sensitive to smog and an increase in atmospheric pol-

lutants. The fact that I was having such a hard time just doing

the workout must have killed my motivation and thus whenever

I wanted to workout, I would remember it as being difficult.

As for boredom, that probably acted as glue to the whole situation

and borught me down. "

Glad I could be of service. After I posted the message, I glanced back at

your message, and I knew that it had to be smog related, because you had used

your inhaler!!! The smog alert has been lifted since last night, hence your

easier time doing your workout!

If you are working out in the evenings, it makes matters even worse, because

usually the smog subsides with the cooler weather of the night. This is another

reason why I am seriously considering starting to exercise in the morning (if I

can just stop pressing on that dang snooze button!). Maybe that should be my

next 21dc... let's see if I have the courage to try!

Janick

who didn't remember until last week how hot and humid and smoggy it could be

in Montreal

[Guest guest]

You go Mel!!! You're a die-hard... I know you will get through this

slump

Darcy who is very happy for you being able to shop in a teen store...

> Thanks Elena,

>

> After I wallowed in my self-pity for 10 minutes I went and

> did the advanced live tape. I kicked myself in the butt and

> figured I had to blurt it out to understand what I was going

> through (I hope that made sense )

>

> I have been trying to get new tapes but the Canadian reseller

> of taebo product has been *out of stock* for over two months now.

> Anyways, I will pull through. Friday, I fit in clothing sold in

teen

> stores! I am so proud. I can't let myself give up just yet.

>

> Mel

> *who is trying to keep the faith!*

>

> <<

> Yup, I've been looking at my tapes and been putting

> off my workouts till the very last minute. I've switched back

> to the basic workout and did two workouts in 5 days. I am

> feeling guilty yet I cant be bothered to pop in a tape. I look

> at the live advanced workout and am dreading the floor workout

> to then get up again. >>

>

> Then don't do the live advanced tape right now. Save it for when

you are in

> the mood. Do you have any other advanced live tapes? If not, it's

time to

> buy some. New tapes are a sure fire motivational boost. Heat does

drain

> you. Add a fan. Sometimes that helps. Remember the great results

you have

> been getting from exercise. If you aren't up to taebo, do some

other form of

> exercise. Exercise isn't always fun, but it has to be a life

style.

> Exercise because it is what you do. Good luck, Mel! I'll be

thinking about

> you!

>

> Elena

>

>

>

[Guest guest]

Awww, Jenni, I just have to compliment you on your post... It was

sure nice

Darcy who isn't the best w/ words and glad that others on the list

are!!

> Mel

> For some reason your message really hit me. I have read messages

like that many times and written messages like that many times but

for some reason, yours gave me a different feeling. Maybe it's the

fact that you are desperately trying to stop whatever it is you are

going through. Sometimes that can make the biggest difference ever.

It's really weird the things that motivate us, or takes or motivation

away...really weird but I do know that when I am not motivated

mentally nothing gets me motivated no matter what.... but, many times

I have simply pushed through that. Forced myself to just pop in that

tape and get a little bit done. You don't have to finish a whole

tape just do a little bit just to show yourself that you can do

SOMETHING when you really really want to. It really sucks when things

just don't click and then you have people like me telling you to just

do it. I am definitely not on the outside looking in at you, I am

sorta in limbo myself . I feel great for !

> a few days and I do great for a

> few days but then I lose that for a few days and do nothing for a

few days. It's tough but I always manage to come back to taebo. Two

basic workouts in five days is something to be proud of! Those tapes

are NOT easy by any means. Many times I skip the floor work on the

advanced tape, sometimes I'm simply not up to it. Hang in there,

Mel. You will get your motivation back, please don't feel guilty

about taking a little break.

>

> Jenni

[Guest guest]

>and I feel the motivation just slip away. Maybe its the inhumane

>heat that is doing this, but I train in a a/c'ed room so it shouldn't

>be a problem. My last few workouts have even caused me to

>take my emergency inhaler.

Hi, I am new here so I do not know anyone's history. You mention the

inhaler, have you been ill or have bad allergies? Either would unmotivate

the most motivated. It is difficult to exercise hard when you do not feel

well.

Hang in there. Doing the basic tape instead of the advanced may be a better

idea for now.

Candace

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Welcome Candace!

Yes, I am a chronic asthmatic, have been all my life.

Taebo helped me devellop my cardio vascular and lung

capacity. It must have increased five fold since I started

doing taebo daily back in January.

I guess the fact that I was struggling made me feel like

I took a step back in my progress. It was a horrifying

thought! Plus I am so bored with my tapes, I am dying

for variety and northern response sucks @$$...

But anyways, thanks sweety!

Mel

<<

Hi, I am new here so I do not know anyone's history. You mention the

inhaler, have you been ill or have bad allergies? Either would unmotivate

the most motivated. It is difficult to exercise hard when you do not feel

well.

Hang in there. Doing the basic tape instead of the advanced may be a better

idea for now.

Candace

>>

[Guest guest]

Jenni,

Wow, thanks sweety.

That post I will keep.

*big hugs*

Mel

Mel

For some reason your message really hit me. I have read messages like that

many times and written messages like that many times but for some reason, yours

gave me a different feeling. Maybe it's the fact that you are desperately

trying to stop whatever it is you are going through. Sometimes that can make

the biggest difference ever. It's really weird the things that motivate us, or

takes or motivation away...really weird but I do know that when I am not

motivated mentally nothing gets me motivated no matter what.... but, many times

I have simply pushed through that. Forced myself to just pop in that tape and

get a little bit done. You don't have to finish a whole tape just do a little

bit just to show yourself that you can do SOMETHING when you really really want

to. It really sucks when things just don't click and then you have people like

me telling you to just do it. I am definitely not on the outside looking in at

you, I am sorta in limbo myself . I feel great for !

a few days and I do great for a few days but then I lose that for a few days

and do nothing for a few days. It's tough but I always manage to come back to

taebo. Two basic workouts in five days is something to be proud of! Those tapes

are NOT easy by any means. Many times I skip the floor work on the advanced

tape, sometimes I'm simply not up to it. Hang in there, Mel. You will get

your motivation back, please don't feel guilty about taking a little break.

Jenni

[Guest guest]

" Plus I am so bored with my tapes, I am dying

for variety and northern response sucks @$$...

"

Mel, have you ever considered other workout tapes?? There are very good ones

on the market, other than taebo, and more readily accessible. Try the

videofitness site for suggestions http://www.videofitness.com

The 2 best sources for exercise videotapes in Canada (where you can also

browse thru the web) are CKsales and Chapters

http://www.cksales.com

http://www.chapters.ca

Janick

who now has over 50 exercise videos

[Guest guest]

In a message dated 6/20/01 8:49:31 PM Central Daylight Time,

taebo_spirit@... writes:

> Awww, Jenni, I just have to compliment you on your post... It was

> sure nice

>

> Darcy who isn't the best w/ words and glad that others on the list

> are!!

>

>

Awww, Darcy, that's really sweet. Thank you! Don't worry, you do just

fine with words!

Jenni

who must apologize for not posting very much lately. There's something about

having two jobs that sorta makes that just a little difficult. LOL

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In a message dated 6/20/01 5:16:03 PM Central Daylight Time,

webmistress@... writes:

> Wow, thanks sweety.

> That post I will keep.

>

>

Mel, I meant every word. We can't have you feeling down. I'm glad some

of the others were able to help you realize what's really going on.

Jenni