February 12, 2007
Slim, Jim or Gym?
After many weeks (okay only three) of eating healthy foods and faithfully following Weight Watchers, I’ve decided to join a gym.
I used to go to the local YMCA, but because I no longer work for the hell hole formerly known as Travel Guard, I can’t take advantage of the discounted membership rates.
I’ve tried to research our health insurance plan to see if they offer discounts on such memberships to no avail.
I miss my yoga, terribly. I really think it kept me more healthy mentally than physically.
I have a treadmill and stair stepper at home and I use them often, but I just need something more. I need to be in the presence of other women who are doing their best to slim down and firm up.
It’s gotten to the point where I can’t stand to look in the mirror. My thighs scream at me to do more lunges. My stomach misses abdominal crunches desperately. My rear end…well, she’s just sick of being sat on all day.
I saw an advertisement in our newspaper for Fit Zone For Women. They are offering a free 21-day trial of their facilities. They offer Nautilus cardio equipment, weight machines and several yoga, pilates, step aerobics and balance ball classes, too.
During this trial period I will work with a personal trainer. This is my favorite part. That’s what I need. An aerobic drill sargeant to bust my ass if I slack. This trainer will go so far as to call you at home or work or on your cell phone if you fail to miss a day. It can’t get any better than that!
Wish me luck. I meet her tomorrow. Yikes!
Posted by Dana @ 12:25 PM • Uncategorized
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February 12th, 2007 at 1:11 PM, Janet a.k.a Wonder Mom Says:
Good luck Dana.
I love going to the gym, I get fit and I get some time alone…Have fun!
February 12th, 2007 at 1:23 PM, mammacheryl Says:
You actually invited someone into your life to kick your ass every day? Wow. Good luck. Enjoy. Drink lots of water.
February 12th, 2007 at 2:32 PM, sweatpantsmom Says:
Good luck! I hear ya. My treadmill has turned into the world’s most expensive clothes hanger and shoe display.
February 12th, 2007 at 2:46 PM, ali Says:
good luck! i’m sure it will be great. i love the gym…especially the weight machines. they are great.
February 12th, 2007 at 3:12 PM, dana Says:
I’m so excited, because I need this to get to my weight goal, however I’m nervous. I don’t want to fail!
February 12th, 2007 at 3:46 PM, motherofbun Says:
I wish our health insurance paid for a gym too. Good luck with the new fitness regime.
February 12th, 2007 at 5:04 PM, yoshi Says:
health insurance should cover gyms if they don’t want to pay for hospital bills.
good luck, trainers can be pretty cruel though.
February 13th, 2007 at 8:33 AM, Dana Says:
I agree! Health Insurance plans should cover gym memberships. I really wish ours did. I’ve been trying to find a way to get them to do so. Wouldn’t that be great? Afterall, the membership fee is minimal compared to injury and illness claims!