How do you guys make yourselves go running?

Hi. I am a 28 years old woman and I was thinking of loosing an extra pound or two. The thing is, diets don't work on me that much, because I have slow metabolism. When I see a guy jogging, I think - what an idiot. Well that idiot is sure smarter than me. Tell me how do you guys make yourself go running?

I don't know, really. I just put some music on and the thing just starts by itself. It is really much easy if you have something that is preoccupying you, you know? Plus, a look in the mirror is a great stimulant too. I must loose weight because I am fat. I know it isn't self-confidant, but at least it gets me running!

I can't make myself go running in the winter time. I use this time to go to the gym but as soon as the nice weather starts, I put on my running shoes and I am off!!!

Can't wait for the spring time

Anyway, I usually bring my MP3 player and some of my fave music to get me going as for making myself go running - I don't know - I just do as I love running, you need to have it in you.

If you think that people who run are idiots then you are hardly unlikely to ever start running. Maybe you should think of another form of exercise. Weight lifting is excellent for burning fat and building muscle, so why not try that instead of running?

I like to look nice in my clothes so I use that as my motivation.

I used to want to be a marine, so when I go running I repeat their mantra in my head "Pain is the weakness leaving the body". Right now I'm just starting, because I want to be healthier than I am now, so the thought that I do want this also helps. Last but not least, music. Music is good.

Well, are you trying to loose weight? Or look good?
If you are running, you will more than likely gain muscle weight, which weighs more than fat.
(But what gets you motivated....Is music, and the fact that you want to "loose weight"