[JakeM]

So... Since I started the position I currently fill, I've gained about 40lbs. Mainly because I went from a job working with my hands all day that was SUPER hot in teh summer and still stuffy in the winter to a job in air conditioning sitting on my ass. I haven't changed any of my eating habits since the new job, but I do drink to much soda.

So, whats the plan? I've almost compelty quit drink soda (allow myself 2 a day) elimnate eating fast food. Which I've done and lastly, join a gym.

So my questions are:

Is there any gym's I should stay away from?
Any that come highly reccomended?
What should I be looking to pay?
Should I get a 6 month or a year membership?
Should I "hire" a trainer or stick with what I know? I've done the work out thing before and understand the "routine".
Any other advice?

Thanks guys and gals.

Jake

[707Stang]

I have a super high metabolism so i am of no assistance here, so why am i posting? I dunno.....

[93hatch]

my gym is 20 a month and thats about average dude

[skuzzy]

i would advise getting a short membership incase you get bored of going and dont get a trainer unless its free because i think they are only for people who dont know squat and the only thing they can give you that the internet cant give is pushing you to your limit, as far as diet, what you said is probably the best thing for you

[White Thunder]

anywhere like golds....1 is going to be alot of money 2. there are going to be gym rats everywhere...id look around and try to find a nice small gym.

some gyms will offer a few free sessions with a trainer....

cardio should be your biggest concern. easy stuff...mix it up some. hit the bike. the oliptical. the treadmill....jumprope. sprints inbetween lifts.....

start buying a muscle and fitness....helps alot

[Cool Bam]

Gyms are different everywhere. Comes down to exactly what you want vs what they can offer.

20 - 25 a month is pretty usual.

Personal trainers have the potential to get expensive. If you don't want to spend money on them just look up some workout plans with google.

[Sleeper_Stang_89]

Originally Posted by Towelly So... Since I started the position I currently fill, I've gained about 40lbs. Mainly because I went from a job working with my hands all day that was SUPER hot in teh summer and still stuffy in the winter to a job in air conditioning sitting on my ass. I haven't changed any of my eating habits since the new job, but I do drink to much soda. So, whats the plan? I've almost compelty quit drink soda (allow myself 2 a day) elimnate eating fast food. Which I've done and lastly, join a gym. So my questions are: Is there any gym's I should stay away from? Any that come highly reccomended? What should I be looking to pay? Should I get a 6 month or a year membership? Should I "hire" a trainer or stick with what I know? I've done the work out thing before and understand the "routine". Any other advice? Thanks guys and gals. Jake

If u are intense then stay away from family gyms such as the YMCA... the music is horrible and is not an agressive environment

Ask around to some fellow gym rats... they know the best places... sometimes the best place is a local owned thing

100-125 for six months

six month membership... better deal than monthly most of the time.... dont tie uself down to a year membership...

most gyms have a trainer present an they usually are willing to give a prospective client a "sample" try it and see if they can really help u.

don't fart while lifting...especially near a hottie

[navyman8903]

I go to a gym....and I go for two reasons. 1 I pay for it. 2 I want to look sweet. Make those your motivation sources and you will be fine.

Just don't go once or twice a week and expect to look awsome. You have to be dedicated or just don't do it.

[timberwolf]

I am no help here...I have a membership and I havent found the time to make it there yet this year..LOL

[jmscobra]

I go to the Y.

Butttttttttttt I get in for free

[graystang01]

Originally Posted by jmscobra I go to the Y. Butttttttttttt I get in for free

me too

[jmscobra]

Originally Posted by graystang01 me too

I can put up with the family gym, though mostly old men workout there and it's in the downtown area. Getting in for free is a heckofalot better than paying for a overpopulated gym.

[sgrcltpunk]

well im in a similar situation but ive already started at a gym i go to ballys its nice the people will help you with what ever you need free advice and 1 free trainer session i pay 29 a month no contract those are the best make sure you make time to work out you have to commit you cant say well im tired today so i wont go you have to go or you wont loose drink a gallon of water a day you will loose 5 lbs right there do cardio but do like 10 min to get your heart rate up then lift weights but do high rep less resistance

[Sleeper_Stang_89]

Originally Posted by jmscobra I can put up with the family gym, though mostly old men workout there and it's in the downtown area. Getting in for free is a heckofalot better than paying for a overpopulated gym.

I went to my local y for like a year and half... It was oksy until I really got into working out... the music was well not great for working out, and the majority of memebers were like you said elderly people that would just piddle and use the equipment so I had to wait forever between sets...

[yojoe600]

i work out at the Y bc its fun being the strongest their and its a friendly atmosphere but its more expensive than The Rush so i may be switching

[JASonic]

I just joined a soccer league about 10 minutes ago. I need the workouts. But I would suck in a gym because I have a hard time with self motivation. I can chase a ball around though.

[Ke^in]

Originally Posted by 707Stang I have a super high metabolism so i am of no assistance here, so why am i posting? I dunno.....

Me too. It makes my codpieces look sexier.

[graystang01]

Originally Posted by Ke^in Me too. my secret is lickin kawk.

you and zip must be the most in shape mofos on this site