| Spacechica
|
|
|
| Does anyone go to Curves? We don't have one in my town. I was visiting my mother the other day, and peeked in the Curves that they have there. It looked cool. Anybody have experience there?? |
|
Wed Mar 12, 2008 2:13 pm |
|
| Roccomur
|
|
|
yes, I have done curves . It was a good way for me to start out exercising. I am heavy and was intimidated by "the gym" . I did curves for 3 years and felt good but it gets to a point that you feel like you are not getting any fitter...... and I found out that for what they offered it was very expensive.
I now go to the Y with my hubby and after the initial registration fee we pay $80.a month for both of us and we have access to the pool ,weights, every type of machine you have ever seen on tv, classes, and locker rooms with showers. With curves you get NOTHING! and I paid $40 a month. They do not even have changing rooms! The price differs so it my be less but may be more.
So, if you have a YMCA in your area that is what I would try. :D :D |
|
Wed Mar 12, 2008 4:35 pm |
|
| cottonlily
|
|
|
I'm not so keen on Curves. Honestly I think it's just a way to lighten your wallet. Have you seen all the merchandise and food items they now have?There is a pretty hefty "registration" (I think they call it) fee and then a monthly fee of about $30-$50. You can find a quality gym with trainers and much more equipment and services for not much more, or the same amount. I mean why pay $40 a month to walk in place half the time you're working out? I agree it may be beneficial for someone who hasn't worked out in quite a while or who is very obese but eventually you need to progress past a point of what they offer.
I live in a rural area and so it's hard to find a gym or workout center close by. You have to look outside the box! Sometimes neighbors have little work out groups at each other's houses. We also have a wellness center in association with our county hospital - they have fitness equipment, advisors, nutrition counselors, etc. There's always the Y which is a great choice if you have one (our county doesn't). And then private gyms. You might want to try a smaller or women's only gym if you feel a little uncomfortable (like I would :oops: ). |
|
Thu Mar 13, 2008 3:33 pm |
|
| frustratedieter
|
|
|
Curves is a good plan, especially if you've been sedentary and need to get going with some exercise. I once belonged for 3 1/2 years--lost inches but not lbs. Some do both, but I'm insulin resistant and didn't know it then. I stopped Curves as our local one is poorly managed and got sick of it. I think they have a program where you can "try it" for a week and see for yourself if it's something you want to do, long-term
Currently I belong to a gym and have liked that. |
|
Mon Mar 31, 2008 1:51 pm |
|
| kjnash
|
|
|
| I actually have been a member for two years and am very happy. If you combine any exercise program with a weight loss program, you are going to lose weight. I am in very good shape (thanks to Curves) but still weigh too much, so I have to change my eating habits to lose the POUNDS. However, I have increased my stamina and my body has changed significantly since working out at Curves. And it is what you make of it. I don't walk in between the machines, I jog...and I kill myself on the machines to get the most out of them. I am 40 years old and don't need all that "stuff" that the typical work out place offers; I was a member and never used half of it. I like the small, comfortable atmosphere that Curves provides. It's just what you prefer! |
|
Thu Apr 10, 2008 3:41 pm |
|
| jonsbeka
|
|
|
| I've never really worked out in one, but I did their diet once (from the book). In the book is a whole exercise regimen that simulates what they do in their workouts. It could be worth checking out for $13 one time rather than $40 per month. |
|
Thu Apr 10, 2008 5:18 pm |
|