We are pleased to announce that on March 4, 2025, an updated Rich Text Editor will be introduced in the MyFitnessPal Community. To learn more about the upcoming changes, please click here. We look forward to sharing this new feature with you!

I joined Curves for Women!

fara180
fara180 Posts: 1,260 Member
edited January 10 in Motivation and Support
I officially joined Curves for Women today and I wanted to tell you guys who were interested a little about my overall experience there.

When I first walked in, I was a little turned off because there were only 2 people working out, 60+ year old women. I'm 20 and I wasn't sure if this was my "scene," but I decided to give it a shot because a) I need to lose the weight b) it's a women's only gym..so I would be more comfortable and c) I wanted to have an open mind.

I was really surprised! Not only was I NOT the youngest there- there are a lot of younger women who attend Curves! There is even a 14 year old girl who is a member, so it's not just for "old people."

As far as the workouts, don't let them fool you. They look really simple until you start to try them. I was in a full on sweat within 5 minutes of working out and by the time I was done, I felt DEAD.

Overall, I am really excited about Curves and what I have to gain (and lose!) from being there. The workouts seem to be effective, get your heart rate up and it really is a non-threatening environment. It also made me feel a lot better about myself to see others who are struggling with their weight on the machine beside me instead of a fitness superstar.

I signed a 6 month contract and paid a total of $350 for 6 months of unlimited exercise access, personal 1:1 coaching and meal plans and guides. I think it's a great deal for someone wanting to start working out.

Replies

  • RunDoozer
    RunDoozer Posts: 1,699 Member
    I keep trying to join but they won't let me :( I think I'm missing something.
  • deladypilot
    deladypilot Posts: 618 Member
    Curves is a really nice place and you can meet some great ladies there. Our local Curves closed down and there are none in the area now, but I always enjoyed it
  • Stenobun
    Stenobun Posts: 166 Member
    I had a lot of success at Curves, lost about 65 pounds over the course of a year, and that was without really modifying my eating very much. I stopped working out and gained about 50 pounds of it back, hence MFP. :( I really liked the Curves workout. Wasn't crazy about the Christian rock they insisted on playing, though.
  • DarkAngelofDespair
    DarkAngelofDespair Posts: 10 Member
    I've recently joined Curves as well and so far, I am enjoying it too. I tend to look forward to being measured as it gives me an incentive to work a lot harder on the machines but I know what you mean. They look nice and simple but they're not. I also feel comfortable there as well.

    Though today I can't go due to the snow, I normally go about four or five times a week. Going to be put on CurvesSmart next week, so I am a little bit nervous but at the same time, I can't wait.
This discussion has been closed.

Categories