Cost of gym membership
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I sent a PM to Faith because she was discouraged about not being able to afford a gym membership.She asked me to post my suggestions for all so here goes.
At least best as I recall.
The first thing to do would be to check with your doctor/HMO/or medical insurance carrier as they often make arrangements with local gym's for discount rates.Dont know how much but anything helps.
The next avenue would be if you have a community college close by usually they will have a weight training class that at times has some very decent trainers.Sometimes even adult ed but it can be spotty as far as info.
Another approach along the community college and university line would be to contact either or both the nutrition/phys ed departments explain where you were, where you are now and what you want.Then see if there are any Grad students doing a thesis or study that could help you and them at the same time.This is a great way to gain information and get quality help.You may even find this at a University medical center.
The last one is probably the easiest and the one most overlooked.Wouldnt it be the perfect birthday/Christmas gift or special something for the change youve made in your life to get a gym membership.This is especially true if you have family and friends who are and have been supportive of your WLS. What better gift than the ability to reach your goal and improve your health even that much more.
One thing about trainers at a gym.You should take time to talk to several before you choose one.Ask others you know or the sales person when you sign up.And trust me you cant judge a trainer by the way they appear.Sometimes the one with the most compassion is the guy that best resembles Arnold Schwarzneiger and the hardest the sweet young college grad.Whatever you do when you find the one that fits truly try and do things the way they tell you and be grateful, but if you have problems and something truly hurts tell them.A good relationship with them and you succeeding will pay off long after your sessions with them are done.
One thing I forgot, check your local YMCA some have quite sophisticated training centers.
Hope this helps.
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Damon
Open RNY
3/21/2001
350/175
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