Just bought a new weightbench.

[JDog]

I have been contemplating joining a gym for quite some time but they are all so damn expensive. Most want to sign you up for a 1 year membership and this can run you up to $1k+.

I have been doing bicep curls with a dumbbell that I have had for about 2 years and jogging occasionaly. I got a call from my wife the other day who spotted a great little weight bench on sale for $99. I really wanted to be able to work out at home(I have a $600 exercise bike which I dont use enough). It came with 150lbs of weights. I have started a fitness regime and I have been on a Lite N Easy diet for about 2 weeks and have already lost about 5 lbs. It is a calorie controlled diet similar to Jenny Craig. My wife is also on it and she has lost nearly 10lbs! She also chases after a 10 month old all day so she is quite active.

This little weight bench will service my purpose and hopefully I will bulk up and get fit. It was getting way too bad. I have gained 20lbs in just over 1 year. I knew something had to change.

Anyone else have a home weights or exercise equipment?

[Timmay]

Yes....KIDS!...lol
Timmayy!

[warhawk]

jdog... good 2 C that U R in the fitness mode.  as far as fitness equipment... we have a treadmill that we purchased from sears several years ago.  unfortunately...i haven't been on that thing for about 4 years.   dang...that's a long time, i plan on getting back into shape this month.  i'm  controlling it (wt. loss) with a moderation in my diet but i really need 2 get with the program.  your topic might push me over that fence.

WARHAWK

[schro]

Congrats JDog. Good luck with the workout plan.

As far as home equipment, we have a HealthRider that is awesome.....when you use it. Every time I mention that machine, it reminds me to bring that back into the regimen. I know resistance training is good to do for weight loss.

Most of my workouts involve running, and I've been doing yoga once a week (which I love).

[Marz]

Right on! Good job on being pro-active on the workout thing.

I have an exercise bike that I use from time to time and I go to the gym a couple times a week.

[tomgallagher]

Make sure you have someone to spot you on those bench presses.

[jusbnme]

I have a treadmill, weight bench, and a good amount of weights down in the basement that haven't been touched in at least 2 years.  I find myself getting very lazy when it comes to working out.  Every time I think about it it just seems like there is something better to do. 

[Tyler]

Our friend just gave us an elliptical machine.  It's nice to be able to jump on it without having to head to the gym.

[Mikekoz13]

We have an elliptical machine, gym grade, and we love it. I have it in the famil room right where I can watch sports on the Big Screen as I use it.

[BALDANDRE]

Awesome Jdog!

I have found a GREAT motivation to stick with the gym is THIS...

I decided to be someone's dad...he deserves a healthy dad that will be around for him as long as possible..

period.

Trying to stay healthy is not an option..it's my underlying job and a must...

it's just as important as putting food on the table and having a roof over your head !

[JDog]

Awesome Jdog!

I have found a GREAT motivation to stick with the gym is THIS...

I decided to be someone's dad...he deserves a healthy dad that will be around for him as long as possible..

period.

Trying to stay healthy is not an option..it's my underlying job and a must...

it's just as important as putting food on the table and having a roof over your head !

Amen brother. This is why I quit smoking and why I made the decision to get in the best shape I can. I want to be around as long as possible.

[BALDANDRE]

Awesome Jdog!

I have found a GREAT motivation to stick with the gym is THIS...

I decided to be someone's dad...he deserves a healthy dad that will be around for him as long as possible..

period.

Trying to stay healthy is not an option..it's my underlying job and a must...

it's just as important as putting food on the table and having a roof over your head !

Amen brother. This is why I quit smoking and why I made the decision to get in the best shape I can. I want to be around as long as possible.

Yea...just because I finally got the nerve to become a dad at 40...

why should he suffer because I started late in the game...?!

I'll almost be 60 when he graduates high school ...

I better be in decent shape!

[buddha]

I have a teadmill made by a company called Smooth Fitness in New Jersey. They were one of the top 10 treadmill companies in a Runner's World poll when I bought mine. I also have a Weider Max machine which is similar to a Bowflex but cheaper. I also do a workout called TaeBo Impact which involves the use of a pedestal bag.
I, however, have been really lazy for about the last month since my step-daughter and her 3 kids moved in with us. But thanks for this thread, maybe I will be able to get my a$$ back in gear.

[JDog]

Just to add to this topic, I'm currently down to 200lbs even. Aiming for 175 so I still have a few lbs to go. I have lost 24lbs in about 6 weeks. I feel great. I have more energy, I am able to play with my little son without feeling lethargic and lazy. it is a wonderful feeling. In 6 months I hope to be down to my ideal weight of between 175-180.

[marty22]

Im at the gym 2 x a week and walk whenever I can. Getting back to golf. I see too many people who are in terible shape as they approach retirement. Best to get started as early as possible to get into shape!