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View Poll Results: Why do you work out?
It's a hobby, fun, activity 10 22.73%
To become healthy 18 40.91%
Body Image 7 15.91%
Obligation for job/sport 1 2.27%
Other 8 18.18%
Voters: 44. You may not vote on this poll

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Old 07-13-2009, 06:44 PM
 
Location: Tampa (by way of Omaha)
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Pencil me in for "all of the above"
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Old 07-13-2009, 07:49 PM
 
Location: Mid-Atlantic east coast
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I'd rather wear out than rust out..I work out to stay healthy, 'cause I like how I feel afterward, 'cause I sleep better when I work out, 'cause I sit in front of a computer all day and gotta get some exercise, 'cause I can eat a little bit more without gaining weight, 'cause I feel proud of myself after I work out and mark it on my calender, 'cause it lowers my blood pressure and my pulse, 'cause I like the results I see in the mirror and when I put on my clothes, and...well I could go on but the benefits are many and so good that they outweigh my resistance to NOT exercise...
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Old 07-13-2009, 07:52 PM
 
Location: southern california
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fencing. got 20 years on my oldest competitor so constant aerobics and dieting help narrow the gap. lucky for me this club likes beer and pizza.
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Old 07-13-2009, 08:15 PM
 
Location: Danville, Ca
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I workout because it clears my mind, relieves stress, keeps the weight off and it also helps me sleep better at night.
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Old 07-13-2009, 10:48 PM
 
Location: Gilbert, AZ
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I don't watch what I eat.. I probably have very poor nutrition, lol! However, I am naturally thin.. but I work out to help me stay in shape and just try to be a little healthier.
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Old 07-14-2009, 05:02 AM
 
Location: Prescott Valley, Az (unfortunately still here)
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My reasons:

1. It keeps me healthy.
2. Helps me stay in the 1 digit numbers on my pants and skirt sizes.
3. It's a spiritual thing for me (I'm 1 with God for the day).
4. It's a hobby (something I live to do for 30-60 minutes).
5. It's a better addiction than drinking ever was (I used to be a 1 time a week binge drinker).
6. Keep my mind clear for the day.
7. People like watching me run (I like the attention I get sometimes).
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Old 07-14-2009, 07:34 AM
 
Location: NJ
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haha nice response. What sort of a build are you trying to maintain? Captain America? Hercueles?
while the posters on another forum i frequent may call me a twink, i am not going for massive size. more of a sporty look than a bulky look (even though i do not play any sports). i always want to be lean and to get massive, you cant always be lean. trying to gain mass while being lean is way too difficult.
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Old 07-14-2009, 07:56 AM
 
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It's my hobby and my social outlet (most of my friends ride/race/run too).
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Old 07-14-2009, 07:57 AM
 
Location: SUNNY AZ
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My parents were always big into working out and going to the gym so it's a lifestyle for me but, i'd have to say besides not knowing any different, I do it for health benefits as well as asthetic reasons lol...common, everyone wants to look good right?
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Old 07-14-2009, 09:30 AM
 
Location: Philaburbia
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Other: Weight control. Which is similar, yet different, from "body image" or "being healthy."

It helps that I enjoy working out.
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