Option 1 - Join the YMCA. I have friends who are members, and they offer a lot of classes we could do together. It's always nice to have a workout buddy. I am a little concerned about the money, ($100 to start, $40 a month) and I also imagine that they would be quite crowded during the 5 o'clock hour in January. It is located somewhat close to work.
Option 2 - Very close to home! I am still stuck on the TurboJam idea having never really used a workout video. This one looks fun, and there are a variety of workouts to target different areas of your body. In a gym, I sometimes get too one-track-minded... focusing only on cardio or legs and neglecting abs and arms. My hesitation is that I don't know anyone personally who has tried this particular video, and it seems the video idea doesn't work for most people. Cost is $75.
Option 3 - Buy a gazelle! I used one at a friend's house, and I was sore the next day. It folds up for easy storage. It's a low-impact workout, so I'd be slightly concerned about getting results with it. But I could watch TV while doing it, and it is something easy to do when you're in a time crunch. Downside? Just like the video, afraid I will neglect it after a while. Cost is $100.
Option 4 - Take a pilates class on Tuesdays and Thursdays for $15 a month. On the off days, I would still try to jog with the dog. I can't think of too many cons to this idea as I just ran across it today. It's not close to home at all, but it's 5:30-6:30 p.m. which would give me time to get there from work, and I'd be home by 7 p.m.What do y'all think??
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Well I think that the Y sounds good but you have to be committed to go. The video will probably sit on the shelf after maybe 3 times and you really have to motivate yourself to do exercise on your own. The Gazelle is a great machine (as I have one too) but again you have to motivate yourself to actually do it on a regular basis. And the pilates class sounds good if you have some friends to do it with but you would need something else to work on cardio. The Gazelle gives you the cardio so I would suggest the Gazelle and the Pilates class if you can afford it. That way you are toning and burning.
I vote for the Pilates and jogging with the dog on the off days. The weather will be good again soon, and you'll be able to go outdoors with no problem. And I really love Pilates! Plus, it's the least expensive option, at least up front.
I can loan you several exercise tapes (Leslie Sansone) and you can borrow my gazelle if you like for a while. In the long run, the Pilates classes are the best overall benefit. They are said to really tone and strengthen your body. But, I agree, you'd need a buddy. Wish I was there with you!
Option 5 - Who needs exercise? It's not fun! I avoid un-fun things in life. My only work-out is to perfect the kick motion it takes to throw our family's old recliner into the recline position. Oh, and the exercise it takes to raise another chocolate to my mouth.
Then, I look at Ray Ray and say: "Don't you think fat and cellulite are sexy?" And he has been trained to say "Of course, dear." See, option #5 is best.
I vote for the T-days pilates and jogging with muffin. I have a good friend who sells workout equip (for like 15 years) and I will ask him about the gazelle. But the pilates is so non-time-demanding that you will be more inclined to do it! and Muffin will look so pitiful that your heatstrings might get you out there at least twice a week. That would be two cardios and two strength/stretch. SOunds reasonable for maintenance.
Pilates!
Lindsey! Come do Pilates with me! I'll give you details...
Although I'm a Y member, I'd have to vote for Pilates and jogging with Muffin. It's only twice a week and $15/month. Seems like the best fit.
I vote for pilates. As Lyd says it is fun when you do it and you do feel like you are getting a workout, but you really do have to have a buddy to motivate you in these early stages. EVEN Mr. Sports Man Joe needs encouragement to work out.
Here's to you and Muffin and your new habbits.
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