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Fitness, Gold's Gym, Health


by Melissa

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March 4, 2010


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“The Climb” by Melissa Schwab, Gold’s Gym Challenge Participant

So I was listening to the Miley Cyrus song The Climb. (I have a 7 year old daughter…it’s a requirement) and couldn’t help but see how it related to the challenge. “I can almost see it, that dream I’m dreaming but there’s a voice inside my head saying you’ll never reach it”. Somedays I feel like I’ll never reach my weightloss goals and the negative self-talk can get in my way. I feel like I’m constantly fighting the “uphill battle” of my weight and a healthy life. But I realized like the song says that “I’ve got to be strong and just keep pushing on”. A healthy life is a journey. It’s about being proud of myself right now in this moment. The fact that I’m even doing the challenge! Maybe it’s as simple as completing a workout, an interval or about resisting that extra cookie because you know it’s worth it in the end. All of us can look back and say “I did the Gold’s Gym Challenge in 2010, look at what I accomplished!” This can be the turning point that we look back to. We’re halfway there already! So, in the words of Miley, “Keep on moving, keep climbing, keep the faith, baby. It’s all about the climb!”
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by Melissa

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February 25, 2010


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“Blahs” by Melissa Schwab, Gold’s Gym Challenge Participant

So we’re halfway through the challenge. I feel like I have the “mid-challenge blahs”. The newness and excitement of doing the challenge have started to wear off. I’m getting too comfortable with my workouts and a little lazy with my food. The scale is still moving in the right direction, but never as quickly and drastically as I want it to be. I’ve had a bit of a bad/frustrated attitude this week. I got a birthday email from the gym yesterday with a “pass” for one day worth of couch sitting, extra snoozing, movie watching, ice cream cake eating ditching the gym day. It was very cute and I sooo badly wanted to cash it in. But I’m doing this darn challenge and I need to stay committed to it. Ugh! I realized that this is the part of the challenge where perseverance kicks in. It’s time to regroup. Change up the workouts, get some new music on my iPod and get disciplined with my eating habits. It’s a new day, and there are new ways. The March class schedule will be out any day, maybe there’s a new class to try. We’ve been blessed with some beautiful weather so maybe it’s time to workout outside. I need to commit to a positive attitude… “I’m half way there and look how far I’ve come”. OK, even writing it I’m feeling a little better, but I’m still saving that “pass” for April…
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Fitness, Gold's Gym, Health


by Melissa

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February 15, 2010


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“Making Calories Count” by Melissa Schwab, Gold’s Gym Challenge Participant

So I survived Valentine’s Day without a single piece of candy.  YAY! I can’t say I wasn’t tempted though. (I even had a chocolate protein shake at the gym to try and curb some of the chocolate craving.)  I looked at how many calories were in a small piece of chocolate candy and was amazed that it was 45 calories for a quarter size piece of candy. Ugh!  My calories are too precious to me right now to waste them on candy.  Wouldn’t it be great if calories came off as easily as they came on?  You know…I just ate a cookie and BOOM a hundred calories would be gone.  I wish! Instead what takes you mere minutes to eat, can take hours to burn.  A nibble here and nibble there adds up quickly.  I was reading Aron’s post on Calories vs. Cardio, http://www.goldsgym.com/healthy/newsletter/2009-10/calories-vs-cardio.php?ref_id=2374&ref_t=Z&originid=54711880,  and about died. It’s amazing to look at things in that perspective. So instead of grabbing that candy, I think I’ll head back to the treadmill…
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Fitness, Gold's Gym, Health


by Melissa

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February 4, 2010


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“Pushing Through” by Melissa Schwab, Gold’s Gym Challenge Participant

Just three weeks into the challenge and already the workouts are becoming daunting. Nine weeks to go! Ugh! It feels like some days are just easier than others for getting a workout in. Today is a gloomy, overcast day (my little girl is home sick) and it makes me want to snuggle back into bed and NOT go to the gym. I feel like I have to pull out all the stops today. I tend to play tricks with myself to get through a workout. I upload new songs on my iPod, find a favorite show to watch, or cover the display so I’m not watching the minutes slowly pass. I would love to hear some feedback about what gets YOU through a workout. Everyday, or sometimes every minute, I feel like I’m faced with a decision that the will determine my success in this challenge. What am I going to eat and how much, when can I workout and how hard will I push myself during the workout. So I’m just trying to remind myself why I’m doing the challenge, and make every moment count.
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by Melissa

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January 29, 2010


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“Stretch” by Melissa Schwab, Gold’s Gym Challenge Participant

This challenge is bringing out all my aches and pains. It’s making me feel OLD! How does that happen so quickly? When do you officially cross that line? My body just doesn’t recuperate as fast as it use to, something I took for granted 10 years ago. In this challenge, whether you’ve just started working out or you’re increasing your workouts, your body is feeling the changes. Yesterday, I found a wonderful solution. I went for a stretch therapy session at the gym. Going into the session, I was sore from my lower back down through the backs of my legs. I was completely amazed at the INSTANT relief I felt. Cara explained to me about the benefits of assisted stretching, everything from reducing injuries, increasing blood flow and shortening recovery time. I mean, I always TRY to do my stretches at the end of a workout, but if I’m short on time I cut my stretching time. After yesterday, I’m a big believer in the benefits of stretching and even more with assisted stretch therapy. I was shocked to walk away from the session pain-free and feeling great. Thank you, Cara!
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Classes, Fitness, Gold's Gym, Health


by Melissa

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January 25, 2010


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“Spin” by Melissa Schwab, Gold’s Gym Challenge Particpant

I love spin class! I remember the first time someone suggested that I try a spin class. I laughed and said that I HATED to ride bikes. My husband and I were just laughing about a time when we were first married and we decided to go for a bike ride. Let’s just say it ended with me on the side of the road with my bike and telling my husband to go back and get the truck because I wasn’t going any further. I hadn’t been on a bike since then. So I reluctantly went to the spin class and now it’s one of my favorites. There is a great energy to the class and it makes the time go so quickly. It’s all about the music, finding the beat of the music, sprinting, and climbing mountains. The instructor talks you through the workout giving gear changes and RPM goals. There was a new release last week that definitely gets your heart pumpin’. My only problem with the class is when I’m too late to get a bike. I happen to attend a lot of Bethany’s classes. She’s a rockstar. She talks you through the entire workout, and somehow still remembers everyone’s name. So come join me for a spin! Be sure to save me a bike….
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Fitness, Gold's Gym, Health


by Melissa

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January 18, 2010


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“Eating Out” by Melissa Schwab, Gold’s Gym Challenge Participant

This weekend I was faced with one of my biggest challenges…eating out. It’s my downfall. I’ve been known to say things like “If I’m paying for it, it’s gonna taste good”. So I make an excuse and order something full of fat and calories because it tastes good.  This weekend we went out to dinner to celebrate a close friend’s birthday. This typically involves even more consumption. A typical evening could go something like this: an appetizer to share, a full course dinner that starts with a salad, then meat, potatoes and veggies, and finally a dessert to celebrate. Oh, and don’t forget the wine! Instead, I planned out my calories for the day, made the decision about what I was going to order (grilled chicken salad with dressing on the side) and was armed with a supportive husband and friends. (Thanks Kari for removing the bread IMMEDIATELY!) I even skipped the wine and ordered a Diet Coke. CHEERS! My meal was great and I had a good time without the large caloric consumption. More than anything, I felt great that I did it. It was a personal success!
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Classes, Fitness, Gold's Gym


by Melissa

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January 15, 2010


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“New Class”- Blog from Melissa Schwab, Gold’s Gym Challenge Participant

So I tried a new class today. Apparently, I have two left feet. I learned that if it involves choreography and any kind of rhythm or bouncing, I’m not good at it. Thank goodness for friends because I had a friend with me and we enjoyed laughing with/at each other. There were many coordinated people out there who rocked the class. (A little shout out to Lisa, the instructor, who is awesome!)  Despite my uncoordinated attempt at the class, I still know I burned some calories and had fun. I find classes are a great for me when I need the extra push. Besides some of you might catch me in a class, and have the added entertainment of watching my attempt at coordination with my two left feet. See you there!
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Gold's Gym, Health


by Melissa

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January 14, 2010


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“What the heck am I doing?” by Melissa Schwab, Gold’s Gym Challenge Participant

Melissa Schwab has agreed to do some blogging with us as she goes through the Gold’s Gym Challenge to share her experiences.  Join us as we go on a three month ride with Melissa!  If you want to share some ideas, feedback or just cheer Melissa on please so by clicking on comments.
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Gold's Gym


by Aron

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May 20, 2009


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Spring is Here!

Spring is finally here and as the warm weather sets in we will be enjoying the outdoors.  Make sure your body is prepared for whatever activity you are involved in.  Our staff of Certified Personal Trainers are the best in valley and can help you get ready for whatever lies ahead!
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