When did you feel 'slim' enough for gym?

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  • GeminiFitness1
    GeminiFitness1 Posts: 63 Member
    At My gym It doesn't matter. We have people all starting out. It is great to introduce members who have been coming for a few weeks with the new members because the connection aspect is so important.
  • lemur_lady
    lemur_lady Posts: 350 Member
    I popped into the gym today to enquire about prices etc the woman at the desk took my name and number and asked me if I already exercise. After I confirmed yes I do she replied "Oh....really?!"
  • MrsG31
    MrsG31 Posts: 364 Member
    I popped into the gym today to enquire about prices etc the woman at the desk took my name and number and asked me if I already exercise. After I confirmed yes I do she replied "Oh....really?!"

    hmmm, like in a tone of surprise? Eh...could have been she was surprised you wanted to join a gym if you already were exercising...or could be she had poor home-training. Can you do a trial week there and find out if she was just one bad apple or if the whole place is full people like her?
  • lemur_lady
    lemur_lady Posts: 350 Member
    I popped into the gym today to enquire about prices etc the woman at the desk took my name and number and asked me if I already exercise. After I confirmed yes I do she replied "Oh....really?!"

    hmmm, like in a tone of surprise? Eh...could have been she was surprised you wanted to join a gym if you already were exercising...or could be she had poor home-training. Can you do a trial week there and find out if she was just one bad apple or if the whole place is full people like her?

    I've just got back from a driving lesson and was just discussing this with my instructor. She said she found a lot of people there were like that so she goes to this small private gym at the other end of town which is apparently much quieter and has a friendlier atmosphere. The downside to the other one is that it doesn't have a pool or soft play.

    I am supposed to be having someone ring me later from the big gym so may ask if they allow trial months. At least this way if the atmosphere isn't very friendly at least I haven't financially committed to anything.
  • culo97
    culo97 Posts: 256 Member
    I popped into the gym today to enquire about prices etc the woman at the desk took my name and number and asked me if I already exercise. After I confirmed yes I do she replied "Oh....really?!"
    So it begins.

    Stay focused and stay strong.

    In my opinion, you should pick the gym that's more convenient for you so you'll go more often. If you are out of high school, you're past the age when other people's opinions should rule your life. Instead of thinking of the gym as a place to make friends and hang out, think of it as a place to workout and get your sweat on. People with bad attitudes will have less influence over you.

    If you happen to click and get some new friends, BONUS!. Otherwise, getting healthier and more fit will be your reward.

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