Well I've convinced my husband that I need to join a gym or whatnot. I'm leaning toward Curves, all women, get in get out. Not sure exactly what they offer or cost. My 2nd choice is our Y. Any thoughts on either of theses! Would appreciate it much!

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I did love curves when I was younger but I need daycare to be able to go more than 2 times a week!

From my understanding curves can be limiting time wise and is more geared towards beginners. They are both good options and you should maybe take a tour of them both and choose whatever option works best for you.

I personally would choose y so you can do more specialized exercises for your problem areas and will allow you amp up your routine as needed. I do a general good workout for my whole body and do targeted exercises for my abs and inner thighs. I don't believe that curves can do this for you.

I did curves for a few months and never lost any weight! Lol, I feel like I'm getting a much better workout at the gym! Just my opinion

I'd check them both out. The good one is the one you will do. One might be closer, more convenient, just more appealing - whatever.

I am considering joining the Y because the two closer gyms don't offer morning classes. I won't go to exercise class at night. I've been walking 4 days a week but I miss my strength training. I also won't go use the machines. Classes or group activities are what I need to show up.

Lynda

I loved working out at Curves it is targeted to a womans body I lost 53lbs in only 6 months I would of joined again already if I had a way to get there 3 times a week but for now I work out at home :-{

I work out at the Y when I'm home. It's low key compared to chain gyms and they offer free classes if you're a member.

You have to weigh the pros and cons like location and hours. Which has better ours and specific equipment you might want to use.

I'd lean towards the Y. You will have access to a variety of machines, possible a pool (depending on your location) and different classes. I think it will offer you much more than a Curves location.

Well I've convinced my husband that I need to join a gym or whatnot. I'm leaning toward Curves' date=' all women, get in get out. Not sure exactly what they offer or cost. My 2nd choice is our Y. Any thoughts on either of theses! Would appreciate it much!

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I join the y after I was cleared to exercise. I like the y over the chain gyms or curves. I am able to use the equipment for as long as I want. The hours are great the classes are free. I have a wet/dry sauna, pool and all the machines to work every part of the body. Also the staff is wonderful and they are more than happy to give you tips on how to target a particular area of the body. Still take a tour of both facilities and then make your choice.

I would choose the Y... They offer so much more in my opinion...

Well I've convinced my husband that I need to join a gym or whatnot. I'm leaning toward Curves' date=' all women, get in get out. Not sure exactly what they offer or cost. My 2nd choice is our Y. Any thoughts on either of theses! Would appreciate it much!

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If you are someone that does not have a large history of working out pre op then I would suggest CURVES. It is a great option for someone who is just starting out (the machines are not intimidating, the music is fun, the instructors are nice and u dont have to worry about random men staring at u). I was a member at Curves for a year (it closed down) and I loved it. Plus they offer really good Zumba classes and nutritional support. The Y may be too intimidating if ur just starting to work out. Good luck!

Well I've convinced my husband that I need to join a gym or whatnot. I'm leaning toward Curves' date=' all women, get in get out. Not sure exactly what they offer or cost. My 2nd choice is our Y. Any thoughts on either of theses! Would appreciate it much!

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Oh and Curves costs between 40-50 a month

I pay 34.00 a month at my Curves. If I want to work hard I can get a good work out, if I want to be lazy I get a so so work out. It all depends on me. And I love No Men Allowed!

I love the Y here. I pay extra for the gold room. $50/month...totally worth it for my own locker, hot tub, private shower & sauna!

Sleeve date: Oct. 15. HW: 315; SW: 283; CW: 240

Thank you everyone for all the input!! I greatly appreciate it. I am a beginner, have never worked out before, that why I was thinking Curves...but thought the Y, because then maybe, just maybe, my husband would go and support me, if we had a family memebership to the Y. But...I like the "ladies only" Curves idea also...sooooooooo, that is why I posed the question. I will check out both, and because of my hubby, price will matter...sooo, I will definitely get back with ya'll.

Thank you again!