health
The one change that worked: I saw a woman lift 100kg and decided: ‘I want to do that!’
As a kid, I did my best to avoid exercise. As an adult, I endured it for the sake of my health. Then I set myself a clear goal – and motivation was no longer an issue
TL;DR
- The author's childhood and adulthood were marked by avoidance and endurance of exercise, respectively.
- Post-childbirth back pain led her to strength training, shifting her focus from appearance to strength.
- Inspired by a tweet about deadlifting 100kg, she set this as a personal goal.
- Achieving the 100kg deadlift goal provided a sense of accomplishment and enhanced physical capabilities.
- Fitness is now viewed as an end in itself, leading to a feeling of control over her body.