Does anyone belong to the 24-Hour Fitness Club?  I'm thinking about joining.  Appreciate your honest comments.
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Only if you are going to use it and keep using it as long as you have a contract.\n\nOtherwise, enjoy.
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I had signed up my mother and aunt for Curves a few years ago.  I thought I'd give it a try too for a month.  I couldn't stand it.  Like someone else mentioned, if you have a fear of going to the gym because of the whole 'meat market' thingy, or you are extremely self conscious about your body, then curves is for you.  Its definetly for older women.  I'm younger, and I couldn't stand it.  The music wasn't for me, there was no variety, and if you're not a 'people' person, be warned that the circle set up kinda makes women want to start chatting since you're facing each other as you work out.  \nThe problem I had with it was that it was too routine.  You do a machine for I think its 30 seconds, then jump to the next station that requires you to do a cardio activity.  You do the circuit like 3 times, and that's equal to the half hour time.  The woman at our gym wasn't crazy about women going over the half hour limit.  Don't know if it was her or the curves policy.\nThe other problem is by the time you jump on one of the weight lifting machines, its time to get off and jump over to the cardio station.\nI'd recommend curves only if you're starting out a workout routine into your life.  I mean if you've never worked out before, then Curves would probably be a good start to get you to at least begin to work out.  But I wouldn't stick with curves for a long term gym.  \nThe intial weight loss from CUrve's workouts seems to be good, but then it kinda stops.  I know from the gym magazines that I've read, that your body gets 'used' to doing the same workout over and over again.  So you get used to the same movements, there's no new routines.  Not to mention you get bored.  \nUltimately its up to you.  If you've never worked out, then start with Curves and see if you like it, but just ask for a shorter contract just in case you don't like it.  My mom and aunt liked it because it did make them go to the gym, but they never lost much weight.  Again they had intial weight loss, but then it stopped, not much more than 10 pounds.\nGood luck.
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Worked out for about 80 minutes 4 or more times per week and joined Weight Watchers.  Having to weigh in and knowing I had all those other members pulling for me, weight that had been clinging to me for 6 months finally started coming off.  It's so mental.  Also, do not use diet pills, but I highly recommend reading and interacting with the website www.fheit.com.  Especially good is the inches and pounds tracker. Keeps you accountable!
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Yes, me and my mom joined WW a few years ago. It did work! But it was too far for us to drive to meetings and got kind of costly. It took a little while to get going on the weight loss, but I did lose 10lbs during the time I was there. The people are very supportive, so I would recommend it to others. The only thing I got bored with, was always counting my food. But they have since changed the ways they do it. I would definitely join with someone, though. That way you don't slack as much. I'd say preferibly with someone in your home, so that you can both watch what you buy and eat together. I truthfully didn't know if the meetings encouraged me more or not to lose weight quicker. I'm the hardheaded type, so if I don't want to stay with something that I don't like, I won't.
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I joined a rugby team to get in my cardio.  I find it more fun exercising with a group.  If you like sports you might try finding an intramural team in you neighborhood.  Craigslist.com sometimes has postings for different sports teams.  If playing a sport is not for you try varying your routine.  Try running outside in different parks/neighborhoods (make sure to take safety precautions first).  Also, when I go to the gym I try out different classes.  Sometimes I even take random classes that don't sound like something that I would typically like...just to try new things.  If you aren't a gym member  you can try classes at the ymca or alocal university.   Some libraries offer free classes. Get an exercise buddy.  I find it more fun when somebody is there to chat it up with me.
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spinning classes for me was the best time ever , these classes made me feel that i was doing something for my body that is so much important than weight loss or calorries burned , it makes you get out all of your bad energy to have a great one after wards ..\nif i had the chance to get back doing so id go running but in the mean while i am after concieving and i cant do that .\nabout weight loss i remmeber loosing 2-3 a mounth of what i had more , but shapping your body is more important , the calories you burn depend on how you do and the force you give with spinning classes ..\n\ngood luck and wish i can do that again .
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Milpitas Health & Fitness just recently started a kickboxing class.  I hear it's excellent, although I've never attended myself.  I have a fried that's a great swimmer, but she skips swim practice to attend her nighttime kickboxing classes.  The teacher is also well reknowned, I think he's a professional of some sort.
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It IS a wonderful thing. Think of all the health benefits, money raised, personal goals attained&#92;exceeded, and cups on the ground!! Furthermore, women are really coming on strong in numbers....and I am slightly faster than average!!!!!THANKS!iam all pumped now...
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I am trying it out as well.  I'm still on Learn & Burn, as I still don't feel coordinated enough to go on to the next video. :)  I always sweat like a pig, and feel like I'm getting a good workout, but I don't get sore as easily as I did w/other workouts.  \nI think you should at least give TJ a chance.  I would say if you don't see SOME kind of results in a month, it's time for a change.  Best of luck to ya hun! :)
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I actually loved it. You are in and out in 30 mins, they measure you once a month and the machines/cardio are easy to use. I was doing Curves and WW at the same time and lost a bunch.
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my parents are both health fanatics. i, unfortunately, am not. However,  for a play i was in i needed to lose about 10 lbs to fit into the costume i was supposed to wear. I'm the type of person who hates going to the gym.. and loves chocolate.  I found myself in the same situation as you.. needing to lose the weight fast. So my parents suggested a reward program for me.. that would have negitive consequences if i didnt stick to it.  I ate about 5 SMALL meals at the same time each day, with half an hour of elliptical 3 days a week. I drank about 10- 12 glasses of water a day, and stayed away from foods high in sodium so that i would lose water weight.  I ate oatmeal as a breakfast with a chocolate flavored protein in it, which made it taste so amazing, i couldnt believe what i was eating was healthy!  I bought a dress that was too tight for me and threw away the tags as motivation.  It was different, and honestly annoying at first.. but after about the second week, i got into the habit and my body got use to doing exercise and eating semi-healthy foods and drinking lots of water. I have stayed in this lifestyle for about 4 months now, and i honestly couldnt be happier. I have energy and motivation in my life, not to mention how hot i look in that dress i bought!! I didnt think i could do it.. and it never worked before... but you can do it TOO!!  If you need motivation.. I believe in you. YOU can make it happen.
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First of all great job and god bless you for taking charge of your life to a better you!!! Now my doctor told me that it is recommended by the American Heart Association that we need at lease 30 minutes of exercise 5 days a week. So here is what i do i either jog or use  the elliptical machine for 45-60 minutes 3 days a week. Then, 2 days out of the week i get on the elliptical for 30 minutes and then i do strength training for 30 minutes. You see that is just part of my life style. One other part is asking for gods help to get me through this because without him i wouldn't be able to do this. So what ever ever higher power you believe in ask for its help and you will get it. Also as part of my healthier eating style i follow the South Beach book its great! You can order it on-line or buy it at a book store for less than 20$. Well I hope this helped you if you want more support or advice don't be afraid to email my email is jgomez3582@yahoo.com. Take care Lisa! Oh by the way my name is James
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Now this is an easy one....You can join Lifetime fitness.  Its a really nice club and I can't believe they have valet parking there too.  Sorry to get off subject but its the only club i know in castleton.  it is right across from the mall (macys)
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If you're paying for a gym you should go, just go for a half hour, do some cardio, or get a class schedule and go for a class.  You're already paying for it so get going!  You'll feel better once you get back in there, go girl!
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yes I have tried their program, there are a few draw backs though... As far as the regimen and the staff I could not have asked for more support, the only thing that I could not tolerate was that they require you to pay for their services with an automatic bank draft, and they were constantly putting items through my account that I did not authorize.... protien drink mixes, vitamins, liquid supplements etc.... I finally ended my membership becasue of this.  I now use 24 hour fitness and have had great success and am very satisfied with their ammenities and services.
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You should call and find out.  They are always running promotional prices and have a lot of memberships that might differ depending on where you live.  You may want to try their free 10 day pass to see if it is the gym for you.  \n\nhttp://www.24hourfitness.com
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Yes, I don't get enough exercise. I'm 5'4" and I weigh 155 pounds. I do have 3 kids though, a husband, and a big house to take care of , so I don't have enough me time. I wish I could join a health club, go to the tanning bed, and to salon. (sigh)