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| Why I like fit people (not just chicks!)... whether they go to the gym or not! |
Lately I've been shopping around for a gym. Well, I have been doing that for quite sometime, but in a different town. Now I'm looking for a place to sweat in London and after months of home workouts and neighbourhood jogs I was really keen on finding my next challenge. And that got me thinking - are some people just cut out for the gym?
I visited two different fitness centres and as I walked through the doors of both I just felt... so at home. Perhaps it's something to do with the fact that I've been going regularly to the gym between the ages of 12 and 19. Or may be it's because of my challenge-seeking, novelty-hungry nature.
Whatever the case, there's just something about gyms and exercise which tremendously appeals to me. Hence, joining the one has always been an easy decision, money aside. If you really like something, then you'll find the time for it (so for me, not having time is not an excuse although lack of pennies is!).
So how would you know if the gym is a place for you? You can start by asking yourself these questions:
- Do I consider being fit and in a top physical condition as something important enough for me to set aside time and money for it? Or do I prefer more leisurely and cost-effective ways of getting a dose of endorphins?
- Do I want to build muscle mass and tone/shape up my body or do I just wish to lose a bit of weight and/or maintain my fitness levels? (Honestly, to look good on the beach you need weights!)
- Am I going to visit the gym often enough to justify the expenditure or am I going to be a casual user?
If you have answered 'yes' to the first half of these questions then you may find the gym as appealing as it is for me. On the other hand, if you have answered yes to the second half of these questions then you may want to think twice about joining the gym.
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That is not to say that gyms aren't for everyone! Of course, anyone who goes to the gym will do themselves some good. But it is those regular gym bunnies that will reap the most benefits and good money-for-value.
More importantly gym workouts shouldn't feel something you are forcing yourself to do (not all the time at least!). I'm all up for healthy living and being fit, but there are other ways of getting fit - from sports to power-walking.
Therefore, before joining the gym I recommend visiting a couple of places and asking for free day passes to try out the gyms. See if you like it and if you are ready to take your body to the next fitness level.
I know I'm ready, so I can't wait to start!