I joined a little while back when training for 1/2 marathon here in Louisville, KY. The calendar kept me on track while I had the race as my motivator. I now have put the 2008 NY Marathon in my sites so I am going to need some help to keep at it. My goal is to lose 40 Lbs and cut my Body fat comp from 30% to less than 20%. I start with a PT at the local YMCA tomorrow. Anyone else using external goals as motivation  

Hi Richard, I think it's great you have a goal such as a marathon. I "used to" do triathlons in my "younger" years. Just turning 49 has made me face realty and to get back into shape again. The only external motivation I have is that I want to find a nice woman to spend my life with. I want that person to be proud of the way I look. So if that is what you mean by external motivation...then that's it! Good luck to you pal.  

 

That certainly is external motivation. Something other than just guts, will power and internal drive. We have started a "biggest loser" competition here at work as well, so that is motivation too. Thanks for the encouragement.

 

Great Stuff guys... Remember... Feed your Head, Feed your Body...Train Your Mind, Train Your Body.... And you will get long term results... I highly recommend a great read with Mind over Body by Nordine Zouareg You can find it online at Amazon.com Its an excellent read and a great way to focus on building a strong foundation with your mind first.....  

 

On a mission myself. Turning 47 this Sept and want to be fitter than I ever have. Never have I used weights and am starting a wt. session at LA fitness along with my cardio. Good luck . Thanks for the motivation because you really sound motivated.