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I usually do not like going on and posting on sites because people can be very rude and not very supportive. Sometimes even condescending as if people are entirely clueless. I'm not clueless, I know calorie intake is important. Protein is important. Grains, fruits, veggies.

I am not new to trying to loose weight and get fit. I have had weight problems since age 8 and I have a whole thread about body dysmorphia over in the body image forum since I have a feeling I exhibit many symptoms of having this disorder. I was however, able to loose 10 lbs this past winter, taking me from 196 to 186lbs. I think it was due to running on the treadmill nonstop for an hour every to every other day. Maybe. I had a period there in early winter where I did just that.

Im currently doing a plan at the gym, pairing weight training with then 30 minutes of swimming laps out in the pool, breast stoke but, I am growing incredibly self conscious that its just not working despite seeing some results.

Judging by my picture, what would be the best thing to do? I just, hate myself so much. Keep doing weight training only? Combination weight training and cardio? Just cardio? I drink protein shakes before and after I go to the gym and take a multivitamin with creatine in it. I was told by a friend to look into fat burner pills? What's a good one that won't send me to the hospital? (lol) I am getting to the point with self doubt that, I just something simple to keep me in line.

Im very very self concious and trying very hard to bring myself to a point where I could even deem myself tolerable. Like in my other thread, not even looking for that fabled six pack, I just want to be at a place where I can look into the mirror and think I'm attractive. I wanted a weight training perspective on what would be the best way to go. Again, it's not just for girls and all, I want it actually like my physical self too.

Thanks guys.
 

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The post above this is the weight training 101 sticky, read it, then read it again and go make yourself a training plan which includes set and rep ranges.

Then write down your diet, absolutely everything you've eaten over the past 24 hours or so including drinks. Diet is a killer for gains if it has major flaws and people on here will be able to you good feedback on your diet

As for looking in the mirror and finding yourself attractive, that sounds a little wierd, like something an American would do. If you want to feel comfortable with your apperance then no amount of training will help, it's more of a mental issue and hopefully that'll get better as you get older. If it's really bad then try and see a doctor or something
 
Lol, I am American, so naturally there's insecurity, and yes I'm smart enough to acknowledge that I have been influenced by the media and am brainwashed into thinking that needs to be done. I'm just stupid enough to let it affect me. I posted what I've been doing in my second thread and in the middle of talking about food, so, we'll see what happens there. But yeah, it's a problem, I've talked to my parents about it, but they don't think I look bad enough to get like specific help on the matter. Therapists encouraged exercise and the general consensus to me from others in passing is that my anxiety over image is a bit, unwarranted.

But so far thanks Typhon, you've been helpful without being too overtly scathing. I really appreciate it.
 
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First of all, I don't see the "intolerableness" that you see. I have seen lots of guys looking a lot less fit than you with really hot babes on their arms. I think your mental issues are bigger than your physical issues. But, regarding your question, I would take up a weight training program and would focus on the pecs, not shy away from them. And keep up or resume your cardio program.
 
Maximiliani said:
Lol, I am American, so naturally there's insecurity, and yes I'm smart enough to acknowledge that I have been influenced by the media and am brainwashed into thinking that needs to be done. I'm just stupid enough to let it affect me. I posted what I've been doing in my second thread and in the middle of talking about food, so, we'll see what happens there. But yeah, it's a problem, I've talked to my parents about it, but they don't think I look bad enough to get like specific help on the matter. Therapists encouraged exercise and the general consensus to me from others in passing is that my anxiety over image is a bit, unwarranted.

But so far thanks Typhon, you've been helpful without being too overtly scathing. I really appreciate it.
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OMG!!!! snap out of it!!!!

here-- lemme help you!

1. drink a gallon of warter a day- you need rinsed out
2. start eating a scoop of flax seed every day - you need to get the crap out of you
3. sweat daily - do something to really sweat- it will cleanse your body
4. stop talking to people about "you" and LIVE!

no big deals, no evaluation, no restraint

if you are on meds then tell us that now

FF
 
Maximiliani said:
Yeah I'm on meds. For anxiety and depression. Lotta people are.
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ok cool...

you have good peeps here that can help with fitness and nutrition and stuff but we need to knwo stuff like that.

everything I recommended above will be good. They seem like simple recommendations, BUT- let me tell you, it is the lil things we daily that make us real CHAMPS!

You will feel leaner, lighter, hydrated, and proud of yourself.

Do them! start a journal and get with it.

welcome to the forum.

FF
 
there are alot of people who are alot worse looking than you,people who are morbidly obese etc,do some cardio plus weights 3 or 4 times a wk,forget the fatburners and other miracle supps,just eat healthy foods/drinks etc.
 
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