momma6224's Journal, 17 May 2018

TRX is a system invented by a navy seal to keep himself and colleagues fit using their own bodyweight (when no gym available) to create many variations of resistance training. Lots of info on the internet and was a bit of a hot item a few years ago...very good for core stability, balance, strength and endurance training...I am lucky, currently living with a TRX/Pilates instructor....apparently good teaching is important. 😊 

Thanks Steven!! I’ll look into that! Living with an instructor would definitely be a plus😁 

Some days yes...some days not so sure😨😨 

I was a personal trainer myself and to hear something like that bothers me a little bit I hop that doesn’t keep you away from the gym and the weights. Because that extra stressor on the body does go a long way to help you reach your goals. There are also plenty of free workouts and plans online that you could use. The most important thing is that you find something that you enjoy doing that way you will stick with it and be consistent. 

My first trip to the gym, fell over a weight and broke a toe - That healed went back and on one of those cable machines, the weight fell on my finger, broke it - After I went back - Just kidding - Don't be scared, there are people to help you, and ask questions - You will feel great - I am working out at work - No problems with exercise  

John you crack me up!! 😁 thanks for making me feel better haha Joe: wish you could be my trainer 🙂 

Such a huge step! Way to stick it out and not get discouraged by the lack of training. Seems like you’re already in the right mindset. I had a similar experience my first day. Keep it up! 🙂 

momma, I could see why you would be frustrated. A lot of good advice given here. I cannot add to the advice because years ago when my husband went to check out the gym and was specifically told, "do not sign us up for membership, only get a price". He came back with a couples membership! I went to the gym twice, that's it, twice in the pool for an entire 20 minutes! So, no advice here. I hope you are able to use and take full advantage of all that your gym has to offer. 😊 

Thanks ryleemaya and Becc@! I hope I can make myself keep going. Sounds like something my husband would do😁 

@momma6224, So proud you pushed through your fear of going to the gym, this was job 1 accomplished !!!!! Well done.... as for the trainer portion - this is very disappointing and that person should be reprimanded, if not terminated for a failed responsibility. Agreed as others have stated, a trainer is supposed to provide you proper instruction on the equipment, proper technique in biomechanics of your bodies form as to prevent potential for injury. Additionally, the trainer if worth their weight (no pun intended), should have inquired about your overall goals, if you had previous/current medical or minor injuries to include former surgeries of any kind (muscles torn/surgically severed muscles or tissues (i.e c-sections), broken bones, and nutritional information such as previous weight issues, dietary problems (eating disorders), and then after having gathered the above information began developing a workable, real world routine/nutritional plan, and tracked proper progress as to guide you to your end goal..... A trainers job does not end in a 15 to 30 minute period and unless this was an introductory session (which is offered as such at other gyms from time to time to see if you want to proceed)---in other words to see how serious a person is, and dare I say as some have here already to charge more as time goes on. If you have time, I'd like to discuss something with you (offline). Don't worry nothing negative, nothing involving finances (as often persons will do), not selling anything, but just a very pleasant discussion should you be up to it. If not, I still wish you well in your endeavors..... and obviously will be cheering for you - whatever you decide.  

If your gym has TRX, I HIGHLY recommend it.  

Thanks wright! You can message me but don’t try to sell me anything haha I’m not buying 😉 

Go momma! It’s bicycle time for me this weekend! 💪