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Also Working On It 8 years, 2 months agoHey Straddlers,
Here’s a problem: I fell out of love with the gym. I’ve been going since October (first with a personal trainer six times a month, then on my own since April, aiming for 3-4 times a week). When I came back after vacation, I went once, loathed every single second on the elliptical/treadmill (it felt awful and fake and loathsome…[Read more]
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Also Working On It 8 years, 2 months ago - Load More
Have you tried different instructors at your gym (do you have that option)? Group classes at my gym are all included in the membership, which is great, but I definitely find that some instructors are better than others and I prefer the ones who are less crazy fitness-y.
You could also look into cheap or free social dance opportunities in your city…[Read more]
Mandy–I’ve been contra dancing for five years :D I’m going this Friday for my birthday
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hell yes contra! the best stealth workout
Why don’t you find a Cardio thing that works for you? Godzilla couldn’t make me do the Elliptical, and I just don’t have the concentration and coordination for the treadmill. Also that whole running and puking my lungs out thing? Not for me.
What really works for me is rowing. I put on a playlist according to mood and then I use its rhythm.
It’s…[Read more]
I second the erg! although it can be pretty intense. defs bring a good playlist.
also does your gym have a track? if you’re okay with running but hate the treadmill (me) actually physically covering distance can make it feel more real!