Check out Curves. It’s a circuit training workout that you only have to do 3 times a week for 30 minutes each time. The first time you go they weigh you, measure different parts of your body (bust, waist, etc.) and do a BMI. They’ll show you how to use the equipment and stay with you every time you come in until you feel comfortable going it alone. It’s very easy to do–almost deceptively so, but you’ll see results very quickly.
You do one piece of equipment for 35 SECONDS and then move to a cardio station for another 35 sec., on to the next equipment, etc. You don’t do one piece long enough to get bored or sore. They play good music that keeps you going and interspersed is a reminder of when it’s time to change stations. They also tell you when you need to step away to take a 10-second pulse rate. There’s a chart that gives ages and target rates so you know how you’re doing.
Nice part is is that it’s for women only and no kids are allowed so you can go in, do your workout and get home with a minimum of fuss. You don’t have to worry about special clothes or how your make-up looks to impress anyone.
The rates are very reasonable and they have payment plans for you to consider. You can pay by cash/check/credit card.
Each month they will weigh you and also measure you. Then they enter the info into their computer and print off the results, comparing them to previous months.
They have a nutrition class you can attend for a small additional fee.
The women who go there are of different ages and different backgrounds. I’ve found them to be very supportive and fun to work out with (if you don’t want to talk, no one makes you–it’s strictly your exercise time).

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