This is not a test.
I joined the gym yesterday.
No, for real.
No, it's not April Fool's Day.
Like, oh my God!
It's time. Here's why:
Community ed wasn't really delivering anymore on what I wanted. I loved most of the classes I took and I'd still consider going back to my belly dancing class but otherwise, I needed something more. And the last class I took was a joke, and a waste of a month's worth of gym money for five measly classes.
I know, right? Me, something more? Here are some more reasons:
- I get a little discount with my health insurance. And I have to go or I don't get the discount.
- I figure the barrier is a little higher when it comes to fitness at a gym vs. comm ed. This ain't no Richard Simmons' oldies class.
- I have lost a little weight, but I need to lose a little more before I'm satisfied.
- My doctor has recommended that with my two irritating illnesses, IBS and thyroid disease, to exercise five times a week. Say WHA? I'm not there yet. But I hear him.
- The Y was offering no joiners fee, and a free consult with a trainer.
- My sister belongs to the Y and we both are taking an interest in fitness, so we will push each other to go to class.
- Extra endorphins can't hurt. Especially as we enter the season called Depression around here.
- I've been inspired by some bloggers lately. And my husband.
- And the biggest one: I can eat more cheese if I work out. instead of a carrot dangling in front of me, imagine a chunk of Old Amsterdam Gouda and a Mounds bar.
- Expect updates.
- I would love some encouragement.
6 comments:
Congrats! My elliptical is a great extra clothes hanger.
That's awesome! It's a huge step, and a hard one, but I think it's definitely a bit easier when you have someone (like your sister) to help you along. Good luck!
Take advantage of the classes! It took me a year or two to figure that out.
Wow. I am impressed. I've been thinking that I need to something to stay active this winter. But a gym. Ugh, I can't do it.
I wish I had a gym buddy, I think that would motivate me. Someone to go with me on a regular schedule. Unfortunately I don't have that.
Good for you, Katie! I'm proud of you! I miss going to the gym (it's not quite as convenient when you have a little one in the house). Ain't nothin' to it but to do it, right? Pretty soon you're going to be going all Sundry on us, aren't you? ;)
“Yes, it’s hard. It’s supposed to be hard. If it wasn’t hard everyone would do it. The hard is what makes it great." - A League of Their Own
I'm glad I can motivate someone.
My real motivation behind my starting to work out was so that I could eat what I wanted guilt-free. :-)
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