Today, I had a plan. I was going to get up early, eat a well balanced breakfast, put on my workout clothes and enjoy this beautiful day with a fulfilling jog. Instead, I put on my workout clothes, spent hours on social media, ate a pizza, and ended up falling asleep on my couch. FML
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Halloween
A failed costume, stolen candy and a very real scare: Halloween, the one night when fear is allowed.
Today, I was hyping myself up to work out after weeks of being a lazy slob. I slapped my workout gear on, got my Spotify playlist ready, and just as I was about to start, my friend texted me asking if I wanted pizza. I’m now in my workout clothes, eating pizza on his couch. FML
Today, I tried to be productive and got dressed in real clothes instead of sweatpants. I spent the next four hours on the couch binge-watching Netflix and pretending I had plans. FML
Today, I fully intended to start going to the gym so I set my alarm an hour early so I could go before work and get it over with. Alas, when the alarm went off and I saw that horrible "5 a.m." on my phone, my brain put me straight back to sleep without my consent. I ended up being late for work. FML
Today, I got up very early to join my fit, slim, husband for a morning walk, since I work from home, order food to be delivered, and barely leave the couch. Afterwards, he biked off to work, and I went straight back to bed. With some candy. Small steps, I guess. FML
Today, I went for a three-mile run. I was really proud of myself until I woke up from my dream in my bed, surrounded by empty soda bottles and fast food bags. I haven't worked out in years. FML
Today, I woke up early for an important team meeting I needed to attend. I washed, got changed, and sat down to eat breakfast. I then woke up again, an hour late and covered in cereal. FML
Today, I tried to go to the gym, but I ended up watching cat videos on YouTube for three hours. FML
Today, I was feeling really good about going to the gym for the first time. That was until I got so worn out from my “warm up” on the treadmill that I had to go home and spew. FML
Today, I organized a party at my place, invited 20 people, bought snacks and cancelled my workout. Nobody showed up. I ended up eating a whole ciabatta alone. FML
Today, in an effort to be more active, I jumped out of bed ready for a morning jog. Or, that was the plan. Instead, I twisted my knee so badly standing up, it's now locked, and I can't move it. So much for activity. FML
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pixierara 28
*couch* I don't think you slept on your coach, I think he would have made you run
leafeon523 20
Ydi for not having motivation and complaining about it online.
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Comments (103)
biggins224 17
Don't worry. We've all been there one time or another.
starile 20
Thank you, finally someone admits it. If everyone tracked the time they spent on their phones/social media, they'd quickly see how they're not much different than OP.
Manic1 13
So start again tomorrow. Do not look at your computer or phone until you have gone for a jog or whatever exercise you were going to do. Social media can be your reward for getting your workout done.
askullnamedbilly 33
Actually, she should probably start again today - a lot of the time people put off becoming healthy because 'It's too late now, I'll just have to do it tomorrow' or 'I already ate an unhealthy meal, might as well have some dessert, doesn't matter now' and do the exact same thing the next day. Even if it's already dark outside there is a lot of exercises you can do at home without needing expensive machines.
MandieL 27
I think this article would be greatly debated. That's basically saying they key to success is procrastination because it builds anticipation. Doesn't really work in my opinion. The longer you hold off on something, the more excuses you make to hold off on it longer. OP, sometimes it helps if you get help, most people can not get motivated enough on their own to get healthy on their own. I had 3 weeks holiday last fall and got myself a personal trainer. I saw him 12 times in that 3 week period and then twice a week once I went back to work. Yes it cost me money, but it was worth it. By having someone to be accountable to, other than myself, I was able to succeed. I didn't reach my weight goal, but only because I managed to reach another goal that I had been trying for for 7 years prior. Your goals themselves may not be enough motivation. It's okay to admit if you need help.
Manic1 13
That is assuming the FML was posted on the same day. I was under the impression that the OP had wasted the entire day putting off exercising. Under that assumption the OP could have written this at night before heading to bed. So me saying start again the next day, like when they get up.
kuro21 20
I would just like to say, procrastination and waiting are two different things.
MandieL 27
Procrastination is putting something off till later, waiting, is planning to do something later. What's the difference?
nun_ya_bidness 8
Couch not coach
ironmany_fml 23
maybe she fell asleep while on the coach. . . if you know what I mean ;)
StealthHawk55 9
To be honest, I would rather do the same thing then go for a jog. Keep trying and stay motivated though.
feven 32
There's a handful of apps that temporary block you from going on social media. If you're serious about your health than you might consider that
_Peppermint_ 34
Story of my life !!
Charles900 16
It's hard to motivate yourself to work out at time, and checking social media for only a few minutes can last hours if you're not careful. You'll be able to make it up in the future, OP.
Nessco 36
You're going to need a more positive mindset than this if you want to achieve your goals. You need more belief in yourself.
flee2321 10
If you're like me then I really feel bad. It's a mental thing. Like I eat such anxiety. But if you're just lazy....well eat on! Don't let people judge you! Lol.
fuckercakes 21
Sounds like a fulfilling day to me