Author Topic: Why does everyone workout here? (Read 2511 times)

jtsunami · « **on:** April 30, 2008, 11:07:49 PM »

We all can see how lifting weights is detrimental to ones being, the injuries, bad joints, arthritis, back problems, and I could go on and on. In the long run it runs down your body. Unless you are a competitor like Ripitupbaby, or Bigbobs, why would you workout? Is it for attention for girls? Narcissistic? What is it, because it can't be for health.

LatsMcGee · « **Reply #1 on:** April 30, 2008, 11:13:46 PM »

Why did you quit training?

jtsunami · « **Reply #2 on:** April 30, 2008, 11:14:34 PM »

I needed a break from the constant workouts, and have been looking back on why I worked out so hard, I question now why I did.

ozman · « **Reply #3 on:** April 30, 2008, 11:17:49 PM »

lifting is good for bone density

jtsunami · « **Reply #4 on:** April 30, 2008, 11:18:50 PM »

How so? I always heard milk was good for bone density, wouldn't lifting put pressure on the bones causing them to be brittle?

ozman · « **Reply #5 on:** April 30, 2008, 11:19:53 PM »

fights depression

good for self esteem

ozman · « **Reply #6 on:** April 30, 2008, 11:20:55 PM »

Quote from: jtsunami on April 30, 2008, 11:18:50 PM

How so? I always heard milk was good for bone density, wouldn't lifting put pressure on the bones causing them to be brittle?

http://www.naturalnews.com/010528.html

jtsunami · « **Reply #7 on:** April 30, 2008, 11:22:49 PM »

Quote from: ozman on April 30, 2008, 11:19:53 PM

fights depression

good for self esteem

Good answer, I can see how lifting could help with both of these.

Method101 · « **Reply #8 on:** April 30, 2008, 11:27:51 PM »

Some of us actually enjoy going to the gym and lifting weights..

what a fucking shocker.

HTexan · « **Reply #9 on:** April 30, 2008, 11:28:57 PM »

I person that worksout has a better chance of being healthier vs a couch potato. Do you disagree?

jtsunami · « **Reply #10 on:** April 30, 2008, 11:32:49 PM »

Quote from: HTexan on April 30, 2008, 11:28:57 PM

I person that worksout has a better chance of being healthier vs a couch potato. Do you disagree?

No I do not disagree, but I would not go as far as couch potato, lets say a person who works out vs a person who goes to work, eats regular and goes home.

Dballn247 · « **Reply #11 on:** April 30, 2008, 11:41:52 PM »

To attain the swimmer look.

HTexan · « **Reply #12 on:** May 01, 2008, 12:26:42 AM »

Quote from: jtsunami on April 30, 2008, 11:32:49 PM

No I do not disagree, but I would not go as far as couch potato, lets say a person who works out vs a person who goes to work, eats regular and goes home.

the guy who worksout would be healthier. Add overtraining, drugs, pills and powders, improper techique. Then health would become an issue.

evolutnbatista · « **Reply #13 on:** May 01, 2008, 12:39:29 AM »

initially i did it for my health, very over weight all through high school and college. About 240 was the last time i stepped on the scale before i dieted cold turkey. Got a gym membership for my birthday and kicked ass from that point. Got down to 167 and was so happy. You cannot put a price on that. Now i do it for the love of it. The challenge and lets not forget the hot pieces of ass in the gym! Met my fiance' there and i know i wouldn't have nailed her if i still fat. lol

webcake · « **Reply #14 on:** May 01, 2008, 12:44:19 AM »

I workout because it's fun. I just love it. I was pretty over weight when i first started out, now i actually weigh more (at a much lower bodyfat) than i did when i started. My self confidence has grown as a result and i look and feel better. I'm still young though, so i wanna get into comp bb'ing in the next couple of years. See if im up to the challenge...

genrommel74 · « **Reply #15 on:** May 01, 2008, 12:45:12 AM »

lifting weights is good for you. It is constant hardcore heavy and strenous training that is bad for you

evolutnbatista · « **Reply #16 on:** May 01, 2008, 01:23:59 AM »

Quote from: genrommel74 on May 01, 2008, 12:45:12 AM

lifting weights is good for you. It is constant hardcore heavy and strenous training that is bad for you

it's not bad for you if you do it with good form and not act reckless. You need that challenge to improve your physique

Determinator · « **Reply #17 on:** May 01, 2008, 02:03:38 AM »

Lifting weights is very beneficial to your health if you train sensibly, IE, with good form and an exercise selection that mechanically suits your body's structure, and you stay away from hormones etc.
In some people it may be good for self confidence, which in turn aids mental health.
Narcissism? Maybe, but who cares if you are not hurting anyone.
If i were to upload a picture of myself on this board, I'd instantly own everyone even more than i do already (save for the other big 6 members of course).

Team Diver · « **Reply #18 on:** May 01, 2008, 02:27:32 AM »

Beacuse I don't wanna look like this on the beach.

Dorian01 · « **Reply #19 on:** May 01, 2008, 02:33:45 AM »

Because I don't wanna to look like Alex23 anywhere.

CalvinH · « **Reply #20 on:** May 01, 2008, 06:08:02 AM »

Hot chicks in my gym.

Moosejay · « **Reply #21 on:** May 01, 2008, 06:10:45 AM »

Lifestyle, dude. No turing back afetr 30+ years....

jtsunami · « **Reply #22 on:** May 01, 2008, 08:58:57 AM »

Moose, what do you mean lifestyle, no turning back after 30+?

Thanks for replying guys, their are some great points you being up. The self esteem and loosing weight from a very high weight is a great thing to do too.

jt

CalvinH · « **Reply #23 on:** May 01, 2008, 09:03:09 AM »

Quote from: Moosejay on May 01, 2008, 06:10:45 AM

Lifestyle, dude. No turing back afetr 30+ years....

The only turning you do is when you turn on your side so the nurse can empty your bed pan.

JOCKTHEGLIDE · « **Reply #24 on:** May 01, 2008, 09:23:26 AM »

Quote from: LatsMcGee on April 30, 2008, 11:13:46 PM

Why did you quit training?

HE DIDNT HE IS WORKING HIS FINGER TIPS....