Why is it so addictive?

joker77

Training that is....

Joined a gym near work last May, and have been going 3-4 times a week since then. The first few months were probably a waste of time in that I didn't really know to concentrate on form, separation of muscle groups, getting enough protein in the diet etc, but in the last couple of weeks I've really noticed that the results are definitely starting to show, albeit only slightly but at least it's something.

But how come it's so addictive! I'm really getting into it, every day I'm heading to the gym I'm looking forward to it, and I feel great in the afternoon after the lunchtime session. The more I go, the more I want to go!

g'em

Endorphins rock don't they?!??!

But yeah, it is addictive on so many levels. Fact is, you're doing something that has so many health, mental and emotional benefits I'd be here till tomorrow describing them, and when you see these improvements you make to yourself you can't help wanting more!!! Glad to hear you're enjoying it so much

Dragan

Becuase you have found the secret to sucess in the gym. You enjoy it. If i had my way people who don't enjoy the gym would not be allowed in!!! I hate looking around and seeing scowly faces and bad attitudes because someone feels that going to the gym is a chore. If its such a chore then don't go!!! Or find something that keeps you active that you like doing!!! Don't stomp around the gym all cranky because you will end up on my list of protein sources!!!!!!

All the best with your goals dude glad to see your lovin' it!

joker77

cheers for the words of encouragement both of you!

Although Dragan I have to admit some of the time I'd say I have a scowl on my face in the gym alright, borne out of pure effort!

incisor71

Dang, I thought you were all talking about Ferrero Rocher

But if you do come up with an anti-scowl elixir, joker, please let me be the first to know!

joker77

incisor71 wrote:

Dang, I thought you were all talking about Ferrero Rocher

But if you do come up with an anti-scowl elixir, joker, please let me be the first to know!

ha ha - yea something whereby the more you're able to lift -> the broader your smile gets....

the gym would be a strange looking place! Everyone pepped up on goofballs!

Dragan

joker77 wrote:

Although Dragan I have to admit some of the time I'd say I have a scowl on my face in the gym alright, borne out of pure effort!

Yeah but your scowling for the right reasons!!!

incisor71

Glad I'm not going to the same gym as Dragan! If I did, I'd probably apply Botox beforehand to maintain a permanent grin whilst on the treadmill...

joker77 wrote:

ha ha - yea something whereby the more you're able to lift -> the broader your smile gets....

in which case the powerlifters would have flip-top mouths - no need for a Reach toothbrush!

g'em

incisor71 wrote:

Glad I'm not going to the same gym as Dragan! If I did, I'd probably apply Botox beforehand to maintain a permanent grin whilst on the treadmill...

pfft. don't listen to him, he's a complete chatter-box in the gym, always has to be giving his opinions on something, or talking about food, or trying to convince me that he has a better bum than his training partner

Dragan

g'em wrote:

or trying to convince me that he has a better bum than his training partner

which i do.

And this chatter boxed talked you into a certain deadlift so i guess something about my spotting works, eh?

g'em

Dragan wrote:

which i do.

once again, I am not going to comment on this. It would ruin your ego to know where I stand on it

Dragan wrote:

And this chatter boxed talked you into a certain deadlift so i guess something about my spotting works, eh?

yeah, well, I guess that's true.. or maybe just watching your 'all-arse-and-elbows' technique put me into such a good mood I couldn't help but lift heavy!!!

Dragan

g'em wrote:

yeah, well, I guess that's true.. or maybe just watching your arse put me into such a good mood I couldn't help but lift heavy!!!

I can live with that. :v:

g'em

there's really nothing I can think of to say to that.

joker77- be careful, this is the kind of effect that heavy lifting and prolonged gym exposure will have on you, and self-dilusion is only one of the milder side effects...

amazingemmet

g'em wrote:

joker77- be careful, this is the kind of effect that heavy lifting and prolonged gym exposure will have on you, and self-dilusion is only one of the milder side effects...

WOO HOO! Go team testosterone

t-ha

g'em wrote:

there's really nothing I can think of to say to that.

joker77- be careful, this is the kind of effect that heavy lifting and prolonged gym exposure will have on you, and self-dilusion is only one of the milder side effects...

I'ld rather be happily self-deluded than an unhappy realist.

babypink

g'em wrote:

joker77- be careful, this is the kind of effect that heavy lifting and prolonged gym exposure will have on you, and self-dilusion is only one of the milder side effects...

ah....self delusion....the best kind of delusion!!! consider me an addict

Cravez

I'm in your gym joker, dont think iv met you yet though. If iv seen you i hope you think im not heffed up on goofballs

yak_kadafi

Dragan wrote:

Becuase you have found the secret to sucess in the gym. You enjoy it. If i had my way people who don't enjoy the gym would not be allowed in!!! I hate looking around and seeing scowly faces and bad attitudes because someone feels that going to the gym is a chore. If its such a chore then don't go!!! Or find something that keeps you active that you like doing!!! Don't stomp around the gym all cranky because you will end up on my list of protein sources!!!!!!

All the best with your goals dude glad to see your lovin' it!

I co-sign that.......;)

joker77

g'em wrote:

joker77- be careful, this is the kind of effect that heavy lifting and prolonged gym exposure will have on you, and self-dilusion is only one of the milder side effects...

I'll keep that in mind g'em - although I'm not really in the category of heavy lifting (yet anyway!). So what are the not so mild side effects? :eek:

Michael Cravez wrote:

I'm in your gym joker, dont think iv met you yet though. If iv seen you i hope you think im not heffed up on goofballs

ha ha - I've noticed a couple of people pepped up.... what time do you go at then? I'm there lunchtimes which is rushed, usually just get in, do my stuff and get out! Mauro is fairly cool, if he's there and there's no class on he'll let you hang up the punch bag, as long as you've your own gloves. Some days it's great to just hit the bag for a while!

g'em

joker77 wrote:

I'll keep that in mind g'em - although I'm not really in the category of heavy lifting (yet anyway!). So what are the not so mild side effects? :eek:

go meet up with Dragan sometime- a picture tells a thousand words

t-ha

g'em wrote:

go meet up with Dragan sometime- a picture tells a thousand words

Here's a photo so you don't have to...

amazingemmet

His forms right in the pic but the teeth clenching will probably give him a bowel outside body syndrom better watch that dude

Dragan

2KG a side????

Man, i was rockin' big weight that day!!!

t-ha

Dragan wrote:

2KG a side????

Man, i was rockin' big weight that day!!!

really? with both hands using a pronated grip Well done

Cravez

joker77 wrote:

ha ha - I've noticed a couple of people pepped up.... what time do you go at then? I'm there lunchtimes which is rushed, usually just get in, do my stuff and get out! Mauro is fairly cool, if he's there and there's no class on he'll let you hang up the punch bag, as long as you've your own gloves. Some days it's great to just hit the bag for a while!

I'm in from 1-2 on mondays, 4-5 on tuesdays, today i was there around 12 and fridays im there around 12-1 or 2-3.