Just looking for a nice home gym for me and my wife we just had our third child and its a little more difficult to get to the gym just want to hear some feedback from actual owners or from people that have used one before.
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my friend has a bowflex machine and it works great.\n\nhe stays healthy AND fit!
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I am a very strong woman. I used to lift weights in high school and have always tryed to keep up my muscle build since then. The only area that has been really effected is my stomach because i have had 3 children. but i used to bench 250, i dont know what it would be now.
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they won't get your strength, but working out, aside from being healthy in itself, would give you an idea of just how muscular you can become.  some people work out forever, and it barely shows, or the other way around.  my advice- give it a shot; it can't hurt, and while your baby won't be born with bulging biceps, they'll pick up some good habits and will know their potential.  just don't overdo it.  moderation and balance, and all that.
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Nautilus makes some good home gym equipment.  I have one that has attachments that can be added and removed to work legs.  Check out Consumer reports and then compare prices and specs at www.mysimon.com.\n\nKeep in mind that you don't ave to fave an expensive gy to get fit at home.  You can start out with dumbells, elastic bands and a jump rope.  The most important thing is that you start moving :-}\n\nFeel free to contact me if you have more questions.
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sure it's fine! but do whatever you feel most comfortable doing, obviously.  Or maybe join another gym? Heck, try and get and friend to get a membership at your gym so you can work out together. I would be quite pleased to work out in an empty gym, actually.
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I myself had 3 I can't choose from. Their names are Gordon, Minnie, and William- 7, 5, 3 respectively. They are with me full time now and I thank God every day for that blessing- for them as well as myself. \n\nGordon was 2 1/2 weeks late. He was really big (8-15) and tore mommy badly. Partial 3. He came out in a hurry and Doc almost dropped him 'cause he just shot out. His delivery took the longest 'cause he had his cord wrapped around his neck. Mom was heavily sedated from galactic amounts of locals before the epidural so I got to hold him for the longest time after they brought him back.\n\nMinnie was REALLY talented! She tied a knot in her cord! She was 2 1/2 weeks early and weighed just under 7 pounds. Mom wasn't as sedated this time and did not tear at all. Doc gave her to mom right away and I had to wait a while to hold her.\n\nWilliam was almost 3 weeks early and we knew there were problems. It turned out he was swimming in merconium and right after he was born they took him for a while to cleanse him. Not really sure how long but it seemed like days. When we got him back he looked like a 6 lb 4 oz lizard, he was so green- but, it cleared up quickly. He doesn't look like a lizard now. \n\nThey are all beautiful red-heads, well-behaved, well-mannered, very intelligent and it seems they got the best qualities and features from both of us- and none of the bad ones! They make every day the happiest first day of the rest of my life!  It's really sad but I think that she has forgotten all of it because I cannot imagine what life would be like without any of them!
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I love working out on an elliptical machine. You can get one for cheap, but the more expensive ones have some nice features. I just go to the gym and use theirs. I like how you can get different workouts, and vary the intensity. I also love how you can make it uphill as well in order to give you a different work out and get past plateaus. I plan on buying one soon so I can fit in smaller workouts throughout the day at home while I am watching my favorite shows or whatever. \n\nI am also a fan of mixing pilates in with cardio. Lean muscle helps burn calories at a faster rate, and it also mixes things up so you never get bored. I try to aim for every other day with cardio 3-4 days a week and pilates the rest of the time. You can even fit it into 10-30 minute increments with some dvds. I enjoy it and it gets to the point I look forward to working out because you feel so relaxed afterward. \n\nIt also good to mix it up with other activities to work different muscle groups. I also enjoy dancing and swimming, and include those in whenever I get bored with the elliptical machine. 45 minutes of dancing, be it salsa or hip hop, can work many muscle groups and burn calories, so it is 2 for the price of 1!
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I am 24 220 and am thinking of getting one myself. Sorry no real answer but here's what I think. I will probably be overweight my whole life. My father is 54 and is now going in to have one. I figure, even though I try constantly to lose weight, I will most likely not be successful with my own efforts, so instead of waiting until we're older and finally doing it, do it now and be happier you're whole life. Right?
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There is a wonderful website called www.collagevideo.com that sells workout videos. What's awesome about it is that the people who sell them have actually DONE the videos. You can view clips of them on the site, and see a complete breakdown of how long the video is, how complex the choreography, what kind of exercise, and whether you need equiptment. They even rate them from beginner to advanced level so you know where to start.Another great site is www.beachbody.com  They have great home workouts that don't use equiptment.
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i bought this and got bored with it pretty quick.  i don't recall spending that much money on it, unless you are trying to buy several DVD's at a time.  I believe it cost me somewhere around 40.  i think it just depends on what you like.  some people like it; others don't.  i wasn't impressed.  haven't touched it since the first time.  found another kind of exercise i like and am losing inches like crazy.  best of luck to you.  try getting it cheaper, like off ebay or something.\n\ni do really like the ball though!
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why don't u go with someone for a free trial. if u don't know anyone that is already going there call them and tell them that u would like to come in and see the place that u are thinking of joining the place i go to here offer me a free 2 day workout. with curves just opening up they usually let u try the place out even if its for a small fee just so they can get established in the area. i took a couple friends with me and they seen $$$ signs..lol talk to the manager. don't deal with anyone but her she can cut some slack. and there are a couple reg. gyms that offer the 2 week trials too.\ni even had someone help me for my first couple of times to each place to show me the new equipment and whats the best thing to do for my goal.
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They're all clones of Curves.  I have one near me called Liberty Fitness.  \n\nGo in and look at the equipment and ask about training. Choose the one where the training sounds less like compensating for inadequate equipment.
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If you can't go for a walk, and can't do a video at home, looks like  a option would be going to a club, most of them have day care now, for pretty cheap too.  We have one at our club, and it's very reasonable, the girls bring all of their kids and work out for an hour or two.  Think  about it.
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I do, and I like it!\n\nI got the Edge, the $99 one at Walmart.  It took a little getting used to at first, but is fun.  I am very out of shape though and have heard that it's not that much of a challenge for people that are really fit- but I know there is a video of his with more advanced techniques.  There are a few in the booklet that came with it too. \n\nHope this helps.
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No, i have had a personal trainer for 3 years and am currently studying to be one myself. Trust me, if you stick to the plan he gives you and show results that is all the thanks they need but still Thanks for the guidance goes along way. Nevertheless, i give my trainer a bonus in a christmas card every year for his efforts.
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Usually you need to have a parent sign you up along with them for a membership at private gyms. May be try your community rec. center they may have different rules.
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I always want to see a lot of equipment so you don't have to wait in line!  That's what I hate most about my gym...when the work day is over it seems like EVERYONE is there and I have to wait forever to use the treadmil/elepticals!\n\nAlso, I wish my gym offered Yoga and Pilates classes.  Have lots of different classes and offer them as much as possible.  Hope this helps!  Good luck!