a Man that you care about like Father, brother, BF, husband
lol even your son
(they are not trying to offend you)
2007-06-19 06:32:03 · 18 answers · asked by ImaGman 5 in Social Science ➔ Gender Studies
these are some good answers (those above mine). as in any case where someone appears not to be taking care of himself or herself, the reason for the self-neglect should be addressed before or alongside the behavior. often self-esteem is at the root. or the person may feel overwhelmed or manipulated. only when that person desires to make his or her own life better, will they have the will to do so.
the short answer is that, no, you cannot get a person to work out because you asked them to.
2007-06-19 06:46:30 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 3⤊ 0⤋
I'm an aerobic instructor, and ah, I have to play down when playing with the boys so I don't hurt their feelings. The man with more endurance than me is a rare breed.
More often than not, men are in such horrible shape that I feel like I'm walking the dog so it doesn't die of a heart attack. Did you know that overweight men loose one inch of their male genitale for every 20 pounds they're overweight. So a typical man who's 6 foot tall should weigh between 160-180 ... Most men weigh around 200-240 ... so there's 1-3 inches lost here in blubber *. Come on men ... you want a woman who's in shape ... be in shape yourself!!! Plus, we love you and don't want you to die on us while in play.
In short, if you feel your woman is in need of more action ... lead the way ... don't make her do it alone otherwise she won't. Don't get all competitive with her eithor, but observe what she enjoys and is good at. Try tennis, hike's, & weigh lifting. Remember, if it's not fun, you'll both ditch the activity.
2007-06-19 16:06:43 · answer #2 · answered by Giggly Giraffe 7 · 1⤊ 1⤋
If you are her father or *like* her father, you should accept her and love her for who she is. Your acceptance and love will help her be confident in life and will probably encourage her to maintain a healthy, fit body in the future.
If you are her brother or like her brother, she won't listen to a word you have to say anyway, but may begin exercising by kicking you in the balls.
If you are her boyfriend or husband or something like it, just have lots and lots of crazy sex. It's a great form of exercise and lots of fun. It works wonders on the body too, trust me.
If you are her son or like her son, love her and be grateful to her. It's not your place to tell her what to do. If her health concerns you, bring up your worries in a thoughtful conversation.
2007-06-19 14:35:01 · answer #3 · answered by Emmie 3 · 3⤊ 0⤋
It depends on the context you are putting it in. Your exact words are "they are not trying to offend you." Even so, it could be offensive. Would you go get a better job if a woman asked you to? Not "trying to be offensive." Mortgage payments aren't cheap you know.
I would be fine if it was "lets work out together" or "lets be more conscious about our health." Being healthy is important.
2007-06-19 15:08:59 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
In the context that it's not meant to offend me, sure, that's something that I would consider. In the U.S. the media and society in general perpetuates the idea that women should be sensitive when it comes to the topic of weight, which is ridiculous and unfortunately greatly affects the self-esteem of women. So, if someone close to me approached me and was truly concerned about my well-being I would pay attention, but not for mere superficial reasons because as all should know exercise is a key component to not only physical well-being, but well-being in general- i.e. emotional, mental, etc.
2007-06-19 13:48:52 · answer #5 · answered by UnderGrad Student 3 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Well since i am the Mother of a 1 year old. i already work out running after her lifting her up. stopping her from chasing her kitty. at the end of a day i think i have run a Marathon :)
Children the best free workout you can get God Bless
2007-06-19 17:16:00 · answer #6 · answered by Proud Mommy 6 · 3⤊ 0⤋
Most women wouldn't actually get in shape for her man, long term, and you'd risk offending her even if you asked in the nicest way. If someone is going to make a lasting change, they'll be more likely to do it for themselves.....and they have to have the time and energy for it. But remember, diet is at least 60% of any weight loss plan.
2007-06-19 13:37:47 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 2⤋
I think if you said let's work out together, it would probably be less offensive. I would love if a person said to me, hey I bought us 2 memberships to the gym or hey let's go walking every night after dinner. Its much less offensive and its a great way to spend time with a person you care about and get healthy at the same time.
2007-06-19 13:41:28 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 6⤊ 0⤋
The only work out I would do for a man would be to kick his *** for saying something like to me, whether they mean to offfend or not. I think that regardless of a situation, women should only do things to better themselves, not because a man tells them too, we dont live in the 1800s. (And I am referring to anything like clothing, working out, dieting, limiting alcohol, etc.)
2007-06-19 13:45:07 · answer #9 · answered by megcorinne 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
If they were encouraging me to work out for my health then no I would not be offended. If they wanted me to work out so I would compare to other women physically, then yes I would be offended. I work out...but for me and my health, not to look like anyone else.
2007-06-19 19:29:50 · answer #10 · answered by omorris1978 6 · 2⤊ 0⤋