Why do you work out?

**HeavyDutyGuy** · 04-19-2009, 06:25 PM

Whatever reason you had to start, why do you do it now? Note- this will be similiar, but not exactly the same as polls I will post in the general and womens sections. I am posting multiple polls as I suspect the reasons may vary, and this way I think it will be easier to interpret the data. If you answer 'other' please specify why. Have fun!

**sassy69** · 04-19-2009, 06:37 PM

The reason I started, and the reason I continue is because it gives keeps me grounded & gives me structure w/in my life to challenge myself. The rest are byproducts.

**Sledge** · 04-19-2009, 07:55 PM

My work requires a reasonable level of fitness. I supervise train and work with men and women half my age and need to be able to keep up.

**Dom** · 04-20-2009, 07:38 AM

I feel its all of the above for me.

**esplendido** · 04-20-2009, 10:29 AM

Because I want to be the biggest M'fer in the room!

Honestly, though, for respect....not in my size but for the dedication and artistic talent it takes to achieve a beautiful, muscular body. Respect for the accomplishment. It would take a whole lot less work just to stay healthy and fit.

**mdvsony** · 04-22-2009, 10:20 PM

All except for the last 2.

**antonbrn** · 04-23-2009, 12:52 AM

I started out when I was a teenager, so of course it was for girls and gaining muscle. Now, it's just to stay in shape.
I really do admire the people on here who work hard and compete though.

**Rocco1943** · 04-23-2009, 07:40 AM

At a couple of months away from 66 (phew that's hard to say) I keep at it for many reasons. Mostly to keep up with the younger guys on the job. (construction). And to stay younger, and enjoy the looks on people's faces when I tell them, "No, I'm not 52". That's the best part. lol

Mouse · 04-23-2009, 08:49 AM

I continue to do it because I enjoy it. Yeah, I've got all the other vanity reasons as well but if I didn't think it was still fun I'd have given it up long ago.

**BigJD69** · 04-23-2009, 12:09 PM

I"STILL" work-out because I have a 5 y.o. daughter that is going to be dating someday!!!!

**R.L.** · 04-23-2009, 05:30 PM

Started out 'cause I wanted to better at soccer, now I realised that on my level I don't need that really. But now I'm hooked on getting bigger and stronger, 'cause I want to challenge myself.

**Dr Pangloss** · 04-23-2009, 07:35 PM

i have to work out to feel good about life.

**The Thinker** · 04-23-2009, 10:39 PM

I selected all except to attract the opposite sex. I've been married too long to care about other woman.

In all honestly, working out makes life me feel great. If I am out of the gym for any period of time I get depressed.

Another reason is I am scared to death to look as old as some of the people I grew up with. I refuse to let myself look old because I didn't take care of myself!!!!