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FitSugar FIT for the gym Contest Winner! Jan 1, 2007 5:20 PM Thank you everyone who participated in winning the chance at a free 6-month membership at the gym , NYC's hottest work out spot. All the stories were inspiring, but unfortunately only one person could win and centralparkfiend has won! Her story is one that is inspiring to us all. To read her story, I've always loved food, and I'm most certain I always will. In 2005, I went on a quest to lose my excess baggage. I had gained a ridiculous amount of weight and was tipping the scale at around 200 lbs ( i am only 5' 4" barely). Everyone says that it doesn't matter how you look on the outside, and I have always felt comfortable with that. However, I went to the doctor and he said that my "triglycerides" were in excess which are basically fat cells. I was so upset and shocked because I hadn't realized how overweight and unhealthy I actually was. I took up running as a daily activity and still run to this day. I lost about 40 lbs (I am 160 lbs) now However, I have felt a lack of motivation recently because I have stopped losing weight and running by myself has becoming slightly dry and boring. I have actually had depression for 2 years which doesn't help my cause considering I tend to look opposite of the bright side and think to myself "working out isn't worth it" or "fried chicken will eat away my blues." I think that by joining a gym (I would've if I could afford to), I could get better advice from trainers as well as share advice with fellow "trainees" in my trek to obtain a healthy body. Coming from a healthy family background, it's almost expected that I be healthy. However, I haven't taken care of my body in the past in terms of not exercising regularly (although I did do many leisurely sports) and eating whatever I wanted. I've realized little sacrifices must be taken in order for me to have a healthy lifestyle. If I get the opportunity to be part of a gym, I most definitely look forward to working hard with people who have similar fitness goals and fitting into size 8 pants and the cute silky green shirt my sister got me for Christmas that unfortunately shows every lump and roll on my body (which I intend on getting rid of!!) Congratulations centralparkfiend and good luck with your endeavors -- I know you will do that silky green shirt justice!
sdani Why I am fit for the gym! Dec 26, 2006 11:54 AM I've always been the chubby one, the one with the pretty face. I can't even count the times someone told me "If you lost a few pounds ... " After high school, I worked at my college gym and the local sports club, which kept my weight in check, but not great. I never hit the appropriate BMI. Things went from bad to worse, when I was struck with a debilitating mental illness. I had to drop out of law school for a year. The medication I was put on made me so comatose that I could barely carry on a conversation, let alone engage in physical activity. As I've recovered and reclaimed my life. The hardest thing to reclaim has been exercising. Some of the medicine made me bloated and gain weight, which would make me think why bother. Others made me lose weight, and at that point I thought I didn't need it. Now, that the amount of medication I am on has been reduced from six to one, my ability to concentrate has returned and I am rediscovering my love of reading. I think it is time to rediscover my love of exercising and lose the weight four years of illness has caused me to put on. My motto for 2007 will be: Healthy in Mind, Healthy in Body!
Bedazzlethis Get Fit at The Gym in 2007! Dec 26, 2006 7:40 AM I have always struggled with weight, and feel like I’ve tried every trendy diet and none have worked in the long-term. I want to make 2007 the year where I permanently change my lifestyle! Instead of relying on the latest diet craze, I’d like to focus on working out. My current gym is easy on the wallet – but since it’s a low-budget gym, it doesn’t have the support or amenities to keep me interested. The 6-month membership at The Gym would 1. Give me a specific timeline to reach my goal (reducing my waistline by a few inches) and 2. inspire me to work out! Please help me make 2007 the year I finally get into shape! I know I can do it!
centralparkfiend why i would love to win a gym membership Dec 25, 2006 9:11 PM I've always loved food, and I'm most certain I always will. In 2005, I went on a quest to lose my excess baggage. I had gained a ridiculous amount of weight and was tipping the scale at around 200 lbs ( i am only 5' 4" barely). Everyone says that it doesn't matter how you look on the outside, and I have always felt comfortable with that. However, I went to the doctor and he said that my "triglycerides" were in excess which are basically fat cells. I was so upset and shocked because I hadn't realized how overweight and unhealthy I actually was. I took up running as a daily activity and still run to this day. I lost about 40 lbs (I am 160 lbs) now However, I have felt a lack of motivation recently because I have stopped losing weight and running by myself has becoming slightly dry and boring. I have actually had depression for 2 years which doesn't help my cause considering I tend to look opposite of the bright side and think to myself "working out isn't worth it" or "fried chicken will eat away my blues." I think that by joining a gym (I would've if I could afford to), I could get better advice from trainers as well as share advice with fellow "trainees" in my trek to obtain a healthy body. Coming from a healthy family background, it's almost expected that I be healthy. However, I haven't taken care of my body in the past in terms of not exercising regularly (although I did do many leisurely sports) and eating whatever I wanted. I've realized little sacrifices must be taken in order for me to have a healthy lifestyle. If I get the opportunity to be part of a gym, I most definitely look forward to working hard with people who have similar fitness goals and fitting into size 8 pants and the cute silky green shirt my sister got me for christmas that unfortunately shows every lump and roll on my body (which I intend on getting rid of!!)
cg2003 Why i'm most fit for the gym Dec 15, 2006 4:49 PM I'm graduating from college in exactly 6 months tomorrow. I've been trying and trying to lose some weight for my special day. i feel i'm most fit for the gym because i will be committed. i am a first generation college gradute, and it would feel so great for me if i could achieve my physical peak as well as my education peak. i want to start my new life more fit and more healthy.

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