My focus challenge this week has been to get in a good heart pounding, sweat fest of at least 30 minutes a minimum of 3 times this week. The sunshine, warm weather, and river trail right outside our door has made this challenge pretty simple.
For years, I have not had access to a gym. I did all my cardio on the streets either running solo or while pushing a jogger. I did all my strength in my garage or in front of the TV while following a DVD. The point is… I worked out at home.
I like working out at home. In the comfort and privacy of my own home. Without those judging other eyes watching you as you fumble with the cardio machines and new machines.
We are almost unpacked, and we have joined a local gym. It is nearby and has childcare (PLUS!!) Unfortunately, I have not visited yet.
I would much rather take my crew of active kiddos out for a family bike ride, explore the trails or explore the new trails by myself.
Working out indoors while it is so beautiful outdoors is such a big stretch for me. I know that it will come in handy when it is 118 degrees in the summer or gloomy and rainy during the winter. But for now… I just want to play outside!!
Do you workout at home or at a gym?
I don’t belong to a gym so it’s all outside or at home for me
I think its great you’d rather be outside! I feel so guilty being inside when it’s nice out, especially at the gym. I do a mixture of both. On the weekends, I try to stay outside because I can! Weekdays I workout early so it’s still dark out 🙁 I have to say, though many people talk about the “judgement” at the gym — it’s never been a thing for me from either side. I rarely ever pay attention to anyone else and have never felt judgemental….nor felt judged. Maybe I”m just oblivious, I don’t know!
Gym! I love it there. Maybe it’s because it’s a Crossfit gym. It might have a different feel to it. It’s very much a community vibe.
The few times I have tried cross fit, I felt the same vibe… family! Love it 🙂
Trails all the way! It’s too pretty around here to be couped up most of the time. Although when summer hits it is nice to have another option, espetially when you have littles. I know my dreadmill will come in handy this summer with the heat and a newborn.
~Kathyn
PS Good meeting you, hope it was ok to say hi 🙂
Yay! Thanks for giving me a ‘shout out’! It was nice to meet you too! My oldest son (the one who bonked into the bike trailer) was super embarrased… and has been cautious ever since that incident 😉 I hope to ‘bump into’ you again on the trails soon! 🙂
i used to be a gym person but since having kids, I much prefer my home or outside workouts.
home! for two years straight now. works for me!