Hi I've had a very on-off relationship with the camera for a while now. I'm a very self-conscious person, and I do suffer from a lot of mental health issues unfortunately. About 4 months ago I started weight lifting, infact I've been lifting for about 7 months in total so far but only four months really seriously. sessions are very intense, and my general health is good but I do suffer from stress, its extremely severe and i wonder sometimes if im working out ok. Like i said the sessions are intense but sometimes drop to two days a week. is that cool? In that time a lot of people have made some really nice comments on how ive progressed. however i still don't believe them for some reason. when i take photos, i look really skinny. i dont know what to think sometimes i think i have muscle dysmorphia, but then i remind myself surely if i was actually progressing(ie putting on weight) then i would be happy 'myself'. what do you think? also, i look in the mirror constantly. 50+ times daily
2006-07-27 17:15:30 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous in Beauty & Style ➔ Skin & Body
You need to seek help, and ask shorter questions.
2006-07-27 17:19:17 · answer #1 · answered by Lindsay M 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
A fitness program is healthy for mind, body and soul...however, don't allow it or your appearance to become an obsession. Most professionals work out 3 times a week with weights. Avoid use of steroids or any of the "bulk up" products out there. The key is proper diet, fitness, and HAPPINESS. Find other things about yourself and others to focus on.
2006-07-28 00:26:10 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
try to stop focusing so much on the outward appearance sounds like your driving yourself nuts. Even with all the perfect body ads going around today, people still want someone thats great to be around instead of someone that looks perfect,
2006-07-28 00:22:35 · answer #3 · answered by KAREN S 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Weigh yourself, so you have proof that you have put on weight, and proof that you can see and not deny, which you would if you have body image problems
2006-07-28 00:24:43 · answer #4 · answered by acidedge2004 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
its not weight that matters.....sort your mind out first!!!
2006-07-28 00:35:30 · answer #5 · answered by darajay 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋