Work-out motivation | ADHD Information

Working out is like going to the gym and running and lifting weights for me. I do it for a few weeks at a time, but then miss a day and stop for a few weeks ... not good!

WHAT IS WORKOUT????????????????

I HAVE NEVER GOT INTO DOING THAT,THE ONLY THING I STUCK TO FOR A WHILE WAS BADMINGTON.

How do you all stay motivated to work out?  And, how do you keep yourselves from being bored while working out. I recently began running ( I was big into basketball in high school and the start of college, but now I just work out sadly -- and it offers far less structure, which is tough) ... So, I listed to Harry Potter (yes, I am a dork hehe) on my ipod while running, but I still get bored and that makes it a lot harder to work out.  Any suggestions? deang has good advive.

I personally have to watch TV while working out or listen to music that gives me energy.

If you have room work out during tv commercials ?

Running bores the heck out of me. I love to swim ,inline skating and riding by bike.

I love to dance and I was thinking about taking belly -dance classes.
Unfortunately, I really don't have many suggestions for you because I too have a hard time getting in workouts. I used to play organized sports and that was much easier. It was planned & most of the time, I went. However, since stopping organized sports, my workouts have been lacking. If I get into a routine (meaning a certain time of day), then I will workout but once I miss a day, I stop.....and let's just say that I haven't worked out (I'm talking hardcore, not just moving about) in a lonnggg time.

Have you tried grabbing a buddy to go along with you? Some people find that bringing someone with to workout (even if they don't talk) is better than going alone. This would also give you the opportunity to find someone who's more "structured" and will commit to going on a regular basis to keep you motivated as well.Oh, and, do try mixing up your work out activities to keep you from getting bored. There are a number of things that a person can do besides running and lifting weights that will keep things more interesting!!!

run different routes so the scenery isn't always the samego bikingtry swimminggrab that buddy and shoot some hoops

Depending upon your location:
go rollerbladingtry cross country skiingthrow on some snowshoesdownhill skiing/snowboarding

Other possibilities include: hiking, pilates, kayaking, etc. Look into classes offered at the gym as well, or perhaps league/rec sports in your area. By mixing things up and working out with others, you can keep things fun and interesting!

You know Jamila, I think it depends on the workout.. :)
If you mean by workout, Pumping iron and stuff like that. I totally agree.. It is boring, I personally use a MP3 player with audiobooks and Rammstein CD's. Funny thing.. The dysfunction that makes us miss 5 stops on the subway because we were reading a paper,book,oh look shiny object.. can be used to "forget" that we are training! I get on the treadmill and forget that I am there.. I am still running but I am not really there. My trainer said that I should stop doing that. Ah, what does he know.. .

I found that training that "demands" you presence, like Martial arts, Gymnastics, Dancing and probably figure skating (... I've never tried. Anyone?). Will be interesting enough - or keep you on your toes enough [pun intended]- that you actually get a decent  workout and learn something. The learning part -I've found- is never a bad thing.
Of course by writing this I forgot your original question...

[scrolling up..] Ah yes, I don't think we are really cut out for team sports.. (I know I am not.. Others may be, I can't really speak for everyone.)  Because waiting for everybody else to do their thing will probably drive me and a few others nuts...

Just my point of view, I may be wrong.

Oh. btw: I agree with Deang and his suggestions. In spite of being a Norwegian I don't ski much personally (It is mandatory in Norwegian schools.. you get the drift..) But there is always something new when you ski/snowboard/whatever To keep your interest up.

Love,
-RG.
 
Disclaimer: All spelling errors are mine ... all mine.. and copyrighted. If you want to spell as badly as me you must acquire a license. Send a mail to: ICUcantSpell2@gmail.com to get one.. :)

Oh, and btw: Worldisround. I would love to learn to skate (inlineskating) it looks FUN:)..
Any hints, or advice?

-RG.

I love PT worldisround ... I personally have never been able to achieve the "zen" state of working out or even getting extra happy from it.  when i played basketball throughout high school my grades dropped instead of being improved ... i think adhd helps me at least to defy the happy stereotypes hehe :) i miss team sports but i suppose it wouldn't be good for my work performance :)  Yes,

when you fall,fall on your hands a knees (padded of course).
Always wear a helmet & elbow,knee pads and don't wear an MP3 player while skating.

Take classes first !
I already injured my back from racing & running into a hill. My spine compacted like a slinky & now my lumbar discs (the stuff inbetween them) is balooning out . I have to take it slow now which is difficult for me.
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Fit for Fun

If youv'e ben exercising to lose weight or get fit
weight, you may be doing it for all the wrong reasons, says Robert Thayer, Ph.D., and his student Evana Hsiao, both of California State University at Long Beach. Their study of the motivations behind working out suggests that people who stick with their exercise routine value its effects on their minds as much as its benefits for their bodies.

Thayer and Hsiao surveyed 172 health club members on their exercise history and reasons for working out. Beginners, they found, are typically goal-oriented: they want to lose 10 pounds, tone their upper arms, climb the stairs without having to catch their breath. Experienced exercisers, on the other hand, value highly the intangibles of exercise: the lift in mood they get, the chance to see old friends and meet new people.

Newcomers to the fitness scene, Hsiao speculates, may be unaware of exercise's ability to improve mood, and may not yet enjoy the camaraderie that comes from belonging to a network of fellow fitness buffs. Once these benefits are felt, however, they can provide a powerful incentive to persevere. "No matter how disciplined you are, it's human nature to only do something that's pleasurable," she says. "If you find exercise to be fun and enjoyable, you're more likely to keep going."

Psychology Today-

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