Hello Everyone,

I just wanted to share that I have finally joined a gym! I actually joined on Saturday and have gone everyday. I am determined to make it a habit and not just another card in my wallet. I had my intro to the equipment this morning. I told the trainer about my wls being 5 months ago. It was kind of funny because then he automatically assumed that I was not active... He recommended that I start with 15 mins of cardio and said its ok if I have to split it into two 7 1/2 minute segments with a break in between, eventually working up to 30 minutes increasing the intensity. I can do already do 30 mins. I've always been active, just not as fast or intense...

Anyways, I did my 30 mins of cardio and the weight machines he showed me. I am excited to open my eyes to the new world that is the gym!

Congrats in taking that big step. You will enjoy much improved health from regular exercise.

And yes I've noticed trainers tend to put every new client in that same box....like we've never worked out before.

I have been looking for a gym to join but no luck so far. They are either way too expensive or too far away. Local gyms where I live are 60 - 100 dollars a month. The closest planet fitness is 40 min away. There is a couple of Curves in my area but I know nothing about them or anyone who is a member.

So I have been kickboxing with Jillian Michaels (Youtube) streamed on my TV and tonight is my first Zumba class.

Really wanted to join a gym but I am making the best of my situation.

good for YOU

as long as you try and then do, you got the battle 99% won

I have been looking for a gym to join but no luck so far. They are either way too expensive or too far away. Local gyms where I live are 60 - 100 dollars a month. The closest planet fitness is 40 min away. There is a couple of Curves in my area but I know nothing about them or anyone who is a member.

So I have been kickboxing with Jillian Michaels (Youtube) streamed on my TV and tonight is my first Zumba class.

Really wanted to join a gym but I am making the best of my situation.

A lot of insurance companies will reimburse part of the monthly fees if you go a certain number of times a month. My insurance, Health Partners, will reimburse $20 if I go 12 times a month. That brings my membership to the Y down to $45 a month and a lot more motivation to get my butt to the gym!

good for YOU

as long as you try and then do, you got the battle 99% won

Thanks you!!

A lot of insurance companies will reimburse part of the monthly fees if you go a certain number of times a month. My insurance, Health Partners, will reimburse $20 if I go 12 times a month. That brings my membership to the Y down to $45 a month and a lot more motivation to get my butt to the gym!

I checked my insurance and most of the discount is waivers of the enrollment fee but no discount for the monthly fee.

I joined a gym too! Balley! It's very affordable. Like you I am determined to make this sleeve work! I go 3x' s a week. I need to tone big time! I hate cardio, but I do 15 mins on the stair master and the rest lifting weights (30 mins), I LOVE the weights!!!