Getting back in shape sucks!

I've been going to the gym for the last week and a half and running on the treadmill 2-3 miles just about every day. Then every other day I have been lifting light free weights at home for arms. I feel the pain, but no gain yet. I'm so impatient. It's hard when you used to be in really good shape and you have to start at square one. I want to run longer, I want to run faster, but I just can't yet and it's so frustrating! I know, I just have to keep at it, but I just needed to vent. Does anyone else feel this way sometimes?

Re: Getting back in shape sucks!

I can totally relate.
Today, I went to the gym for the first time in, oh...about two years!!
It was so disheartening in one way to see these AWESOMELY in shape bodies around me, but it was encouraging too because I know what my job is now.

You sound super motivated, and I am sure you will see great results soon!

Re: Getting back in shape sucks!

I hear ya about the super in shape bods at the gym...it does the same for me. Good luck to you too!

Re: Getting back in shape sucks!

I am jealous just reading that you're able to work out! I am DYING to get back to some kind of routine but I haven't figured out how to do that w/a 5 month old just yet. Keep up the good work it will start to pay off SOON!

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I hear ya! I just started back 2 weeks ago at a new gym! I am loving it! I need something to motivate me though.....some kind of goal to work toward!!!

In January of 2001 I started an exercise program & lost 50 lbs. in 11 months!! I was gettig married in July 2002.....so GREAT motivation!

Now, 4 1/2 years and 35 lbs. heavier, my motovation is wanting to get pregnant this summer! I do not want to start of overweight & feel I need to get healthier!

Keep it up.........I am enjoying it!!!