Losing motivation again 😔

Thanks for the support. Part of it is probably psychological because I have done a lot of therapy and know the worry that I might still feel unhappy at the end. I just need to push past that thought.

Thanks. I really do dislike most workouts even though I used to be consistent at the gym years ago. Having a clear plan makes twice a week feel realistic though.

Thanks for sharing your story. Fear of pain is probably a factor for me too and I had not connected that until now. I have been using two healing compounds that helped recently and will start very slowly.

Thanks, it helps to know others go through the same motivation drops. I dealt with injuries through my twenties and early thirties and now at thirty three I feel worn down. The pictures do not show the cellulite on my legs. I have improved self acceptance since having my daughter but still have more work to do.

I had full bloodwork including hormones done two months ago while dealing with fatigue. Only low iron showed up and I have had an infusion since then with more planned. At thirty three I am not dealing with perimenopause yet.

Thanks. I am only five foot two so the goal number is more of a rough estimate once fat drops and tone returns. I still have noticeable fat on my back and want to regain strength after the accident three years ago. Short walks already leave me winded. Numbers matter less than how I look and feel in the end.

Thanks for the detailed reply. My eating is not strict or depriving and I had cheesecake last night, just trying to stay moderate. I could improve nutrients and prep but gallbladder removal limits me to chicken or turkey. The accident still affects me so the gym is not an option yet though the apartment has a treadmill. Building a plan and sticking to it is the current struggle but all the feedback is giving me ideas.

That is a really positive outlook and I am sure you will reach your aims. Weight training reduced my own cellulite more than being lighter ever did. I do not see any in your photos but we are always harder on ourselves.

Good to hear. Start with easy walks and see how resistance work on video feels. Pick movements that create a positive feeling rather than a chore. Do not compare to others who train daily. Finding a real life buddy for support can also help.

I really appreciate you saying that.

Low iron is exhausting. My recent infusion was two weeks ago and improvement is still slow though dizzy spells have eased. I plan to try short ten to fifteen minute follow along videos. I am also switching back to a different medication after friends reported similar low energy and motivation on the current one. I have several other compounds on hand and will wait until iron stabilizes before using the ones that increase energy demands.

That sounds sensible. The other medication felt better for my mental state at lower doses.

My mental health is already unpredictable so that matters. Last year the lowest dose available was still too strong for me. Now I can use smaller amounts from vials I have.

Low iron really is rough. My levels are low enough that I feel like a zombie with hair loss, weakness, dizziness and insomnia. A support group online has given practical information on raising ferritin properly and many share similar extra symptoms doctors often dismiss. I started their approach recently and already feel slightly less drained though recovery will take time. I will look into the short videos you mentioned.

My brain lies to me constantly too. I cannot access a full gym yet because of an accident and ongoing legal matters but will use the advice once that changes.

All good questions. Recent bloodwork covered hormones and B vitamins with only iron low, and infusions are now scheduled regularly. I reward myself whenever I feel like it because my job allows it, though I am saving for surgery once weight stabilizes. Dopamine issues are real for me with diagnosed ADHD and depression but medications are consistent. Friends on the same current medication also noticed low drive so I am switching this weekend. I have several other compounds ready and will add energy supporting ones once iron improves. A couple of friends train but live too far away and do not share my physical limitations.

I will definitely check that group. My ferritin came back at nineteen so I am basically anemic. Supplements do not absorb and I cannot eat red meat so infusions are the only option now, but I want to learn other coping approaches too.

It is a strong resource. I learned about different forms of iron and the cofactors needed for absorption. Following their exact protocol can raise levels noticeably each month if no other complications exist. I began two weeks ago and feel less tired already though my starting point was thirty nine. Hair loss and brain fog remain heavy. Let me know if you locate the group or I can send details.

I am bad at finding groups on that platform so the exact name would help a lot.

Ask your doctor to prescribe gym access with a trainer so insurance covers it. That way you are simply following medical advice.

I am in a similar spot in several ways. Pay attention to optimal ranges rather than just lab normal values because some numbers affect mood and drive even when considered acceptable. These medications can lower certain levels that then worsen depression or low motivation. Accountability helps and I like one energy supporting compound though I do not follow a strict schedule. Best wishes.

My aims are strength and overall health most of all. I just began a longer cycle of two supportive compounds to feel less run down. Your own progress from a high starting point is encouraging because I get winded on short walks too. Choosing something tiny and realistic is probably the best way to restart movement without quitting. Thanks.

I had not considered that route. My doctor is understanding and if it is documented as a recommendation it should help. I will ask him to pause the recorder first when I explain. He already knows about my current compounds off the record to check for interactions with iron.

I should request printed copies of my results since we do not usually receive them here. Dopamine receptors would be nice to have in full supply.