GYM MEMBERSHIP

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  • kyle4jem
    kyle4jem Posts: 1,400 Member
    Hello everyone, i was wondering if you have a gym membership and if so where and why?
    I used to go to Energie (was TopNotch) in Croydon when I lived in London. I went 5 mornings a week before work and did a 20-30min workout - mostly on the X-trainer. I can't run and was too fat to get toned on any of the weights machines. It helped me maintain my weight, but I still ate all the chocolate and pastries I wanted.

    Then I split up with my ex, moved to Kent too far outside to get to the gym early and didn't miss it at first because the stress of breaking up helped me shed weight like it was melted wax.

    However, before too long I met my husband and then the comfort eating just got the better of me and I'm bigger now than ever before... but not for long.

    Can't see myself getting another gym membership as A) I don't have the discipline to go to the gym (it was ok when it was right nextdoor to work); and B) it is shocking what they want in membership fees nowadays.
    if you dont have a gym membership what do you do during the winter months to get your exercise in?
    Well, as long as it's dry, I guess I can still get on my bike and ride, but haven't really thought throught my winter exercise plan as yet
  • joejccva71
    joejccva71 Posts: 2,985 Member
    I have a gym membership for the simple reasons below:

    1. I can't fit a bench press, military press, squat rack, leg press machine, and alot of dumbells in my house.

    2. I'm too broke to buy any of the crap in #1.
  • megamoo04
    megamoo04 Posts: 269
    I have a gym membership for the simple reasons below:

    1. I can't fit a bench press, military press, squat rack, leg press machine, and alot of dumbells in my house.

    2. I'm too broke to buy any of the crap in #1.


    lol :laugh:
  • Sharonsimon
    Sharonsimon Posts: 56 Member
    hi i attend curves and fitness first i know your thinking why two well i joined curves 2 yrs ago and had good sucsess then in april this year my husband wanted to attend a gym and looking into it it sounded a good idea to get a family membership which means my four children can enjoy swimming at no cost ideal in the holidays. Ive kept up the curves membership and try to go atleast 3 times a week. Another reason for still sticking with curves is i can manage to fit 30 mins in somewhere as i can take my youngest children with me as long as they play in the corner
  • dad106
    dad106 Posts: 4,868 Member
    Gyms are purposely built to be boring so people will dump loads of money into it and never be motivated enough to go.

    Not sure if serious.

    Lol, that just made my afternoon. If I'm going to spend my hard-earned money on something, I'll def. be using that service!

    To OP: I belong to X-Sport fitness.. and its very nice. Clean, lots of machines/weights, classes, has a pool and hot tub, tanning and a spa. It's basically a one stop shop!
  • PJS323
    PJS323 Posts: 115
    I belong to Lifetime Fitness & I LOVE IT!!! I disagree that they are created to have people dump loads of money. You get what you put into it. I love to workout outside, but it's nearly impossible in the winter if the weather is bad. I know some people who have the best intentions, and think they want to go, but don't. That's not the gyms fault.

    During great weather I either run or bike to the gym (3.2 miles), do some cardio, and meet with my trainer. They have classes, group training sessions, indoor/outdoor pool, and a rock climbing wall (which I use).

    Before you join, just be sure you are committed, and that you are ready to take advantage of what a gym has to offer.
  • Rainbow011
    Rainbow011 Posts: 61 Member
    I'm a member at Fitness First. I absolutely love the gym. I find it really motivating just being there.
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