mandyMO 67 Posted February 5, 2011 Ok I don't know why but I'm hoping this post will show up my others haven't! I've been succeeding on loosing the weight fast . I was banded the 29th of dec. And have lost 73lbs so far! I've done 45 min aerobics every day on top of stair steps and I walk when its nice outside my question is I've been thinking about joining a place in my town that is like curves ! I'm trying to firm things up and I didn't know if I was on the right track or if I should join the womens gym! Could somebody HELP????? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
debbie815 0 Posted February 5, 2011 Hi, This is my opinion only on Curves. I belonged to one for about a year when I was 30 lbs lighter. I went at least 4x a week. What I found was that the equipment didn't have the ability to add enough resistance to continue to help me. I need a gym where I can add weights, higher cardio to see a difference. Good luck to you. I am only 7 days post op. I hope I can lose as much as you have. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
B-52 7,113 Posted February 5, 2011 Depends on the Gym. My wife and I belong to one that offers dozens of classes all times of the day. She takes advantage of a few. After I drop 50lbs I'm going to sign up for beginners yoga. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mandyMO 67 Posted February 5, 2011 Hi, This is my opinion only on Curves. I belonged to one for about a year when I was 30 lbs lighter. I went at least 4x a week. What I found was that the equipment didn't have the ability to add enough resistance to continue to help me. I need a gym where I can add weights, higher cardio to see a difference. Good luck to you. I am only 7 days post op. I hope I can lose as much as you have. Thanks debbie! I wondered about that! Congrats on your weight loss how are you feeling? I've got a lot more to loose but I want to try to at least get as firmed up as I can because I know I'll probably have to have X skin took off but I would also try to avoid it to! Thank you so much! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
neveragain 9 Posted February 8, 2011 Honestly, I have a suggestion that helped me more than anything at first: - Find a gym partner who you can count on to go to the gym with you and make you push your limits. I lost weight so much faster with someone to go with that it was kind of crazy. I felt SO good, too. ...Maybe someday I'll find that motivation again. lol. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Tami_819 17 Posted February 9, 2011 Before you join a gym, see if a few in the area will let you come in for a free session to get a feel for each. I personally do not like working out in a gym. I just don't enjoy it & it was a waste way back when i had a membership. With this journey i considered joining again, but i knew that i'd go for a while & then slow down & finally not go. One, it's time i don't have to drive and get there, and two, i'm just not comfortable in that setting. Because we have the room and already had a treadmill & weight set for my son, i went to Dicks & bought an elliptical for myself. I put it on their charge with no interest for a year. That year membership has paid for the elliptical and i can get on it whenever i want with no waiting or sweat from the last person, listen to whatever music i want, etc. It works for me. We also have a wrestling mat and with that i just added a tv with a dvd player so i can do zumba at home. This means have all the benefits of the gym in my own place and best part, i have friends that call up & say "hey are you working out tonight? can i come over?" so the routine is always mixed up. Will that work for everyone?? No, but it's a thought to consider. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mandyMO 67 Posted February 9, 2011 Before you join a gym, see if a few in the area will let you come in for a free session to get a feel for each. I personally do not like working out in a gym. I just don't enjoy it & it was a waste way back when i had a membership. With this journey i considered joining again, but i knew that i'd go for a while & then slow down & finally not go. One, it's time i don't have to drive and get there, and two, i'm just not comfortable in that setting. Because we have the room and already had a treadmill & weight set for my son, i went to Dicks & bought an elliptical for myself. I put it on their charge with no interest for a year. That year membership has paid for the elliptical and i can get on it whenever i want with no waiting or sweat from the last person, listen to whatever music i want, etc. It works for me. We also have a wrestling mat and with that i just added a tv with a dvd player so i can do zumba at home. This means have all the benefits of the gym in my own place and best part, i have friends that call up & say "hey are you working out tonight? can i come over?" so the routine is always mixed up. Will that work for everyone?? No, but it's a thought to consider. I think your exactly right tami! Thank you so much and what's ridiculous is the fees its 30 a month only if they can have access to your checking account or 44 mth! Your right on the fees cause I think I'll do what you did! Thanks so much! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mgottberg 0 Posted February 11, 2011 Thanks debbie! I wondered about that! Congrats on your weight loss how are you feeling? I've got a lot more to loose but I want to try to at least get as firmed up as I can because I know I'll probably have to have X skin took off but I would also try to avoid it to! Thank you so much! I joined a fitness center called It Figures, which is like Curves, only we can adjust the tention of the machines. they also offer aerobic classes 2 times a week. I enjoy it. So check it out 1st before you join. Some times you can have a 5 day free trial before you join. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites