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R OWN PACE. GO AT YOU YOU NEED ONLY COMPETE AGAI NST YOURSELF. GYMTIMIDATION #4: GYMTIMIDATION #5: EVERYBODY IN THE GROUP CLASSES ALREADY KNOWS WHAT THEY’RE DOING. Group classes are a great beneﬁt to joining a gym. “It’s a social environment that’s not all that social,” Pire says. “You have the group dynamic and energy without having to talk much.” Some gyms offer classes geared toward beginners. But even if they don’t, never fear. Everyone in the room started out just like you did. “Go up to the instructor before class begins and let them know it’s your ﬁrst time,” Blanck advises. He or she will give you the attention and assistance you need. Also, be sure to have realistic expectations. “It’s OK to only keep up with about 50 percent of the moves your ﬁrst class,” Blanck says. Follow along as best you can, and keep coming back. You’ll get more acquainted with each visit, and soon, you’ll be the one helping the beginners. JOINING A GYM IS A BIG COMMITMENT. I DON’T WANT TO INVEST IN A MEMBERSHIP I END UP NOT USING. Plenty of perfectly good gym memberships go unused each year. Making a monthly payment motivates some, but for others, the automatic withdrawal becomes a source of animosity. Only you can decide into which category you’ll fall. But, again, doing your research is key. Find the right club, and you’ll be more likely to stick with your workout regimen. Most gyms offer a trial membership. Or ask to go month-to-month. “Find an environment that’s conducive to someone just starting out,” Pire recommends. “Keep in mind that every health club wants you as a member. But if the salesperson is experienced, professional and empathetic, they’ll want you to be comfortable with your commitment.” Vim & Vigor · SPRI NG 2012 PHOTOGRAPHY © OCEAN/CORBIS IMAGES 39

Table of Contents for the Digital Edition of Vim & Vigor - Spring 2012 - Parrish Medical Center

Vim & Vigor - Spring 2012 - Parrish Medical Center
Contents
Tasty Tips
Opening Thoughts
Community Calendar
In the Business of Healing People
What's New?
Get Real
How Far We’ve Come
Patient Survival Guide
Perfect Attendance
A New Day
Lean on Me
Intimidated by the Gym?
What Is Your Volunteer Style?
A Prescription for Relief
Community Health
Joe Knows Stress
SPECIAL: Caring for the Littlest Bones and Joints
Foundation Focus
Ask the Expert

Vim & Vigor - Spring 2012 - Parrish Medical Center