Healthy Gamer Discussion

[brendanvb]

Well, I'd like to gym or at least work out at home and get more toned, but so far I've just not really been motivated enough. I've been a pretty slim guy all my life (just under 70kg's now), never really had to watch what I eat (and still don't), so I've just not really been bothered. Not ever been into sports or any strenuous activity though (I guess that's called lazy ), so while I'm thin, I don't have much in the way of definition XD. Which is something I'd like to change, but with work and family and friends and life I just feel like it'd be another 'job' added to my day, cutting away even more free time to do things I actually want to do. So it's somewhat of a goal I hope to complete at some point before I'm old and grey, but as I already feel like I have the SO I'm probably going to spend the rest of my life with, and neither of our appearances having deteriorated in the 8 years we've been together, finding the motivation to work out is really, really hard. I know, cry me a river right?

[Sinshroud]

Mmmm, I live in the gingerbread house. My wife runs her catering business from home so my environment sucks for weight loss. there is a constant stream of cake, confectionery, roasted all sorts and pasta's etc. its insane. My goal is to be under 100kg's. Im currently 113kg's.

I surf pretty much everyday and have been surfing for 19 years so thats been my saving grace(best thing Ive done with my life was learn to surf). I have recently taken up running but running really sucks lol, I also do yoga because its really, really good for surfing and keeping injuries at bay.

I am the only person out of my regular group of friends who plays videogames, but I still game a few times a week for a few hours because I fuckin love videogames.

That's really tough, but sounds like you are managing to cope pretty well. My girlfriend has a huge sweet tooth and is constantly bringing home junk food or ordering dessert when we go out to eat. I just make sure that she understand what my goals are and that she respects me if I say "no thanks" to something sweet, etc. I've definitely found my discipline has gone down a little bit though with her around - but I guess there are pros and cons in every relationship, right?

Well, I'd like to gym or at least work out at home and get more toned, but so far I've just not really been motivated enough. I've been a pretty slim guy all my life (just under 70kg's now), never really had to watch what I eat (and still don't), so I've just not really been bothered. Not ever been into sports or any strenuous activity though (I guess that's called lazy ), so while I'm thin, I don't have much in the way of definition XD. Which is something I'd like to change, but with work and family and friends and life I just feel like it'd be another 'job' added to my day, cutting away even more free time to do things I actually want to do. So it's somewhat of a goal I hope to complete at some point before I'm old and grey, but as I already feel like I have the SO I'm probably going to spend the rest of my life with, and neither of our appearances having deteriorated in the 8 years we've been together, finding the motivation to work out is really, really hard. I know, cry me a river right?

In a way you are actually lucky. Working out and exercising can be huge fun, but for many they first have to overcome the embarrassment of being overweight at gym or the aches and pains that come with being overweight. You on the otherhand might have some small insecurities about your body being skinny, but it's nothing near what others have to go through when first getting started.

I can tell you now, your bodies won't remain unchanging forever. Sloooowly overtime things will take their toll in some shape of form. This isn't necessarily the end of the world though. One should never feel guilted into working out. I will say that I have seen relationships completely rejuvenated when one or both parties start getting more in shape. Energy levels usually increase, it adds a new exciting dynamic to the relationship, there are new things you can discover together like healthy foods, hiking trails, more physical outdoor activities, yoga classes, and so on. When's the last time you two did something for the first time together? It's an exciting feeling. Not to mention the increased testosterone and sex drive!

If you want to find something really fun, check out http://www.nerdfitness.com/ they do a great job at making getting healthy relatable and interesting to someone who games a lot or has quite an imagination.