When you look out your window, it doesn’t appear that warm weather is coming anytime soon. But looks can be deceiving! We all need to prepare ourselves now for the warm spring and summer months because like every year, time goes by fast and it’ll be summertime before you know it. Everyone knows, once the weather gets warm, the more skin people like to show. So if you’re going to wear your shorts, short skirts & dresses, it’s time you commit to a workout plan NOW. There is no reason summer should come around and you’re wearing shorts that you shouldn’t be wearing because you aren’t right and tight. There is plenty of time to get it together if you start now.
I know I know, many of you are thinking, “well I don’t have the time.” Well here’s what I say, that’s just an excuse! If you want to do something, you’ll do it. You make the time to go to happy hour after work, shopping with friends and clubbing on a Saturday night, so why can’t you make the same commitment to get healthy and getting in shape?
For those of you who THINK you don’t have the time, here are some ideas to help you get the ball rolling:
1. Join a gym I started my gym membership today with a personal trainer and let me say, I won’t be able to walk tomorrow!! I suggest you all join a gym. Most memberships, such as those at Gold’s Gym, are currently offering deals like $20/month, so there’s no excuse not to.
2. Take a fitness class If you aren’t the gym type and looking for something more upbeat and different, take a fitness class. There are a variety of classes you can take at a gym or a county recreation center (dance, yoga, kickboxing, etc)
3. Wii Fitness & Games For those of you who know for sure that you aren’t going to take the time to actually join a gym or fitness class, purchase the Wii and games to go with it and start exercising at home. A friend of mine received the Wii for Christmas and spent an entire afternoon playing blowing, golf and boxing. She complained that she was sore the next day so I’m going to assume it can serve as a reat workout for you!
4. Fitness “On Demand” Similar to Wii Games &Fitness programs, there are a plethora of fitness workouts On Demand. Click on On Demand from your remote, find Fitness, and select which workout you would like to try. (Yes, I really just gave you instructions on how to use On Demand lol)
5. Enjoy the outdoors While many neighborhoods are still covered with snow, if you can, go outside for a run or walk. Enjoy the fresh air!! Especially since most of you are still suffering from! cabin fever!
6. Join a sports league A group of guys I know are members of a county league basketball team, practicing and playing 3-4 times a week. It’s a great workout and way to bond with your friends and meet new people. Working out in groups is always more fun and motivating than doing it alone.
I hope these ideas help you all get motivated to get in shape. The time is NOW! What’s stopping you besides YOU being lazy?!? So figure out which plans works best for you and let’s all get it right, get it tight for Spring/Summer 2010!!! I know I am. The DMV better watch out! 
