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If you want to list about yourself or what your goals are, feel free! If you don't and just want to watch or discuss fairly anonymously, do that then. The group isn't here to many anyone uncomfortable, but rather so we can share tips and tricks and what works for us individually. Everyone has different motivations and…
Discussions
Time to revive this!
So, we went a bit stagnant after our initial launch but I've opened up the group public, which means more moderation on my part may be necessary, but also hopefully we'll get a few more locals involved.
What's your motivation and what worked to actually act on it?
For me, I didn't want to buy new pants as my current ones were getting a bit tight. From that I decided I needed to be a bit better about actually going to the gym. I started out going to a class or two a week. Spin class was good for me since I like biking. Boxing was fun as well so going m/w gave me a good break between…
What schedule goes best for your routine?
Do you find you have more energy first thing in the morning? Do you need breakfast and/or coffee first? Do you have to be awake for a while and maybe take a mid-morning workout or lunch break? Does the schedule make it easier to just go right after work or maybe at night? Are you someone that randomly can't sleep at 3am…
What is your post workout routine?
How do you recover from a workout? Do you stretch? Shower immediately or drive home first? Have a favorite protein or other drink for recovery? Run a mile as a cool-down? What works best for you to unwind and get ready for whatever is next?
What fitness centers have you tried?
There are numerous places around town from the cheaper end 24 hr type places to the more expensive Prairie Life and others. Which ones have you tried and how would you rate the facility and staff?
What have you tried and failed at?
We all start somewhere.. and it doesn't always stick. What have you done in the past on an attempt to get in shape, lose weight, be active, etc... but it just fell through after a short time? What excuses did you make for yourself and at what point did you find a way to work past the excuses into making it a routine that…
