Gym Is Open (Tuesday)

Gym memberships are nice, but walking is a great start to establishing a regular workout program!  The bonus is that, when you are ready for your gym membership, you'll have already improved your fitness level by walking, so some of the cardio equipment at the gym won't seem quite so daunting.   Regarding an affordable gym membership, have you checked with the local YMCA/YWCA?  Ours in the Cleveland area are reasonably affordable and they offer options where you can pay by the visit, rather than making a monthly commitment.  A lot of our local rec centers also have pretty reasonable prices, and/or options to pay by the visit.   Finally, regarding your DH's concern about paying for something that you won't use, perhaps he will agree to try a gym membership if you first show a commitment to a regular routine you can do without the gym.  (Something like walking 5x per week for a certain amount of time, or whatever might work for you.)  Show him you can stick with it and gently remind him that you will truly benefit from the workout equipment and programs that are available at a gym.  Or, better yet, get him to join with you (family memberships are often cheaper than 2 individual memberships).   Good luck on your continuing journey! Kellie

Beth, Please remember that each of us started very slowly in our own way to our own abilities.  I could only walk about 100 ft before my surgery, then with a cane!  I gradually got so I could walk around the block.  About 3 months after my surgery, I started going to a gym and worked with a trainer that started me out very easy.  Now, I've been working out very consistently for two years and can do 6 miles walking and lots of stuff I never thought possible!!!  But, fitness comes in small increments.  Consistency is the key! We are here for you Beth.  Show your husband that you will walk each day for at least a couple of months, then ask again about a gym membership.  If he sees your are truly committed, he may budge.  Then you may want to look for a membership at curves or at the YWCA as they are very reasonably priced. Hugs, Lori

HI Lori, I did 20 minutes in the sauna, 30 on the treadmill and 15 on the bike. I also did several different machines for 15 minutes.

Great Diana...and baby Cody is doing great?