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luzzi308 · 03-26-2008, 12:07 PM

I am probably a couple of months away from surgery but I figure I need to start hitting a gym. I have been procrastinating doing it because I am so overweight and am in terrible shape as I have been laying around the house for 6 months recuperating from 2 knee surgeries. I just need to know how you all overcame the embarrassment and shame of walking into your local 24hr fitness or whatever and started a workout program. I appreciate any advice or encouragement you can give. I REALLY need it! You guys are great.
Chuck,in San Diego

Gina in NY · 03-26-2008, 05:58 PM

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Originally Posted by luzzi308

I am probably a couple of months away from surgery but I figure I need to start hitting a gym. I have been procrastinating doing it because I am so overweight and am in terrible shape as I have been laying around the house for 6 months recuperating from 2 knee surgeries. I just need to know how you all overcame the embarrassment and shame of walking into your local 24hr fitness or whatever and started a workout program. I appreciate any advice or encouragement you can give. I REALLY need it! You guys are great.
Chuck,in San Diego

You know - I SOOOO remember walking in there with a BMI of over 50. I did not look good! But in I went and thought to myself, "Take a good look folks, because it won't be hanging off my ass for long" and here I am 130 pounds later, 22 pounds awayf from hitting goal and being a size 4. They're still looking, believe me, but not for the same reasons!

Most people are smart enough to realize that if you're that overweight, you're exactly where you belong. I remember when Bill started at our gym, he was wearing oxygen, walking with a cane. No longer!

Just be good to yourself and know that you're a work in progress. Imagine me there, holding your hand, saying _ "Lets get started!!" You know I'm with you every step of the way. The gym was the answer for me. Saved my life. Just go! Just do it!

LyndasRoom · 03-26-2008, 06:04 PM

Chuck,
This fear kept me from the gym for the longest time. You know what? I started going a couple months ago and I really enjoy it. Truthfully, most of the people at the 24 hour fitness I go to are so into what they're doing, they barely notice who's around them! You'll see, when you go and get started on a recumbent bike or treadmill, it's YOUR personal journey. I find I do like it better if I go in the morning, or on a break from work during the day...just after work/after dinner tends to be the singles who mingle...and it's way crowded. (Oceanside location)...
You honestly will feel so good about yourself once you get going...and it's one step at a time to a healthier future. I'm sorry I waited so long. Do I like working out? I don't know that I'll ever LIKE it...but I do miss it when I don't go...and it keeps me from gaining my weight back. I do wish I'd gone during my rapid loss time...I'd have much better numbers!

blkmercedes · 03-28-2008, 12:01 PM

OMG this was my excuse for years! Then one day my DIL decided she wanted to join, and drug me with her. To my surprise Fitness Connection has a Women's only area and that is where I stay. After being in there awhile I realized that people are so into their routine that they aren't checking for me. Now I join in the classes (still stay in the back at the end), and have even ventured to the main area at night when it's not busy. The main thing to remember is that we can always find an excuse not to do something good for us, so get determined to do something that is.

txchick1971 · 03-28-2008, 12:23 PM

i don't go to the gym here....nuttin but a meat market

Godsblessedme · 03-28-2008, 01:32 PM

you know i personally have always liked the YMCA if you have one near you check it out

lifeismypoetry · 03-28-2008, 01:47 PM

Chuck,

You might try a gym that has water aerobics in it for the exercises to be easy on your knees. The water takes the pressure off of your knees and you can move more freely without over straining yourself. I know it is hard because you feel as if the whole world is watching you, but they really only care about their own progress. So, dive in and give it a try... There will always be a few rude people, but we are used to that already so you can just let it slide... You will be doing your body a great favor by doing it...

WAITING80 · 03-28-2008, 01:51 PM

When I Started Going To The Gym I Though T Everyone Would Be Staring At Me And Thinking How Fat I Look But I Soon Realize I Was The Only One Worried About That, I Even Made Friends At The Gym, Good Luck.

G-LO · 03-28-2008, 04:53 PM

I was in the same boat you are in. I was at my highest 356 and could barely walk up a flight a stairs and i was winded and sweating. I said F this and went to Ballys and i didnt care what people said. Actually i never was one to care about what others say about me. You have to understand that if someone cares that much about you they will say something to you.

For the most part people can stare or make a face but odds are you wont see them again and if you do o well. Remember why care what these people think they arent the ones that are going home with you or paying your bills. They are just bored ass people with nothing better to do. and to be honest i stare at everyone when Im at the gym to cuz it gets boring walking or jogging on the threadmill. So dont let that be your excuse of not goign to the gym buddy.

Member the "healthier" you are going into surgery the quicker you will recover.

One thing i tell my self now is "BEAT YOUR BRAIN".
Stop telling your self you cant. for the most part its just our brains being lazy.

greg

porshh951 · 03-29-2008, 12:10 AM

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Originally Posted by G-LO

I was in the same boat you are in. I was at my highest 356 and could barely walk up a flight a stairs and i was winded and sweating. I said F this and went to Ballys and i didnt care what people said. Actually i never was one to care about what others say about me. You have to understand that if someone cares that much about you they will say something to you.

For the most part people can stare or make a face but odds are you wont see them again and if you do o well. Remember why care what these people think they arent the ones that are going home with you or paying your bills. They are just bored ass people with nothing better to do. and to be honest i stare at everyone when Im at the gym to cuz it gets boring walking or jogging on the threadmill. So dont let that be your excuse of not goign to the gym buddy.

Member the "healthier" you are going into surgery the quicker you will recover.

One thing i tell my self now is "BEAT YOUR BRAIN".
Stop telling your self you cant. for the most part its just our brains being lazy.

greg

you sir, truly understand what it takes to really make it and make it well. I have zero doubt you will surpass any goal you set with that type of winning attitude.

You are correct its all in your head and anything you say you can't do you can't anything you can you can. Its all about pushing yourself further and further each time and not giving to shits what people think/say. Cause let me tell you they will talk either way.

You fail they talk, you succeed they talk. Either way people are going to form a opinion about you. The ugly truth is that shows more about them and their personality than it does you.

(to the thread starter) So keep your head up. Realize your doing something about it and thats what matters. You know how many people have the surgery and THEN start to force themselves to workout and work on the mental part? Most truly struggle with the lifestyle changes nessesary to reach their weightloss goals.

If you are still post up and already dealing with this stuff, you are way waaaaay ahead of the game.