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Anonymous
Sat, 01/31/2015 - 09:45
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Funny but real commentary
Raoul,
That is a funny but real commentary. I could have said the same words! For the longest time, I couldn't understand why my daughter joined the fitness gym when she hardly goes there. Even my son who joined LA Fitness, never really goes on a regular basis.
Then the clincher: I met my gf. I had to get in shape. I joined LA Fitness last April and I have been going every weekday. I lost 20 lbs, and my arthritic knees lost the constant pain! Now I can't imagine NOT going to the gym every morning. I alternate days using the elliptical threadmill and swimming.
I went out on a long trip. So I called up LA Fitness and told them not to charge me. I thought I was paying only $30/mo. that's when I realized I was being billed $40/month! So I said, stop, I will just take brisk walks and use the bench press I have in the house (I still do). When I came back, I [made other arrangements with] the gym.
Charlie
Anonymous
Sat, 01/31/2015 - 09:46
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The Best Part of TGIF
Raoul,
The best part this TGIF is your lead column. That's good writing and you laugh at yourself. I love it. You might consider offering it to publication in another paper.
Doug
Raoul
Fri, 02/06/2015 - 07:00
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Thanks! What a nice compliment.
I appreciate that. I'll think about your suggestion.
Anonymous
Sat, 01/31/2015 - 09:47
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Suckers!
Great commentary. I started when recovering from a broken leg. Now get up and work out in a fitness center at the suggestion of a Physical Therapist so I guess we are both suckers, but I feel and move better!
Suckers Unite!
Tom
Anonymous
Sat, 01/31/2015 - 09:48
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Gym Advice
So when will you publish a video of you working out at the gym?
Seriously, as a gym rat for many years I suggest: have a trainer show you how to correctly set up and use the machines; bring a small notebook and take notes; plan your workouts: I do upper body on even number days and lower body on odd; and take days off.
Don’t bring any valuables or leave them in the car or in a locker. I see a large number of crime reports at the local gyms.
Contact me for more details or when you will be competing in a body building contest.
Tom L
Raoul
Fri, 02/06/2015 - 07:02
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Great Advice
Hey this is terrific advice Tom.
I did wonder about valuables. I'll only bring the necessities. I also realized you need to bring 2 sets of clothes. One for coming in and another for going out. I had to walk to my car on my bare feet and without any underwear. (Yikes!)
Where do you hide your keys? I put it on top of the shower stall. I almost left it in the locker with my bag. Probably not a good idea. So I'm thinking of separating that one key from my car keys and attaching it to a big holder like they do for public rest rooms.
I noticed there was a soap dispenser in the shower. Is that hand soap or shampoo? You would think it would logically be shampoo. I put it in my hair but it sure didn't feel like shampoo.
One last thing. After you shower, do you change up in the shower room or in the locker room? I went dripping wet into the shower room and I realized I was the only one who brought water in there. I'm thinking that the next time I go to the pool I should bring my towel and locker keys. Take my shower. Dry up in the shower stalls. Wrap myself with my towel and head to the lockers.
Anonymous
Fri, 02/06/2015 - 07:08
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Safety
Today’s Star-News had a story about a man having his $10k watch stolen at Gold’s. He deserved it.
I walk the few blocks to Gold’s in my gym clothes. If tis raining, cold, dark, I still walk.
I always buy gym shorts with pockets and put a hanky and keys in one of the pockets. I’ve had gym shorts with loose pockets that I sewed so the openings were narrower. I am amazed at the folks who leave keys in the open boxes in the gym. Someone could (and I am sure has), grab a key, go out to the parking lot, and steal whatever car beeps when the fob is pressed.
The dispenser is usually a general all body shampoo.
Anonymous
Sun, 02/01/2015 - 08:45
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You'll feel the difference
Hi bro!
Thanks for placing me in the winner's circle! Great tribute to our brave Marines as well.
I am glad to hear you are now "fitting in". You will feel the difference!
Have a great weekend!
Rick
Raoul
Fri, 02/06/2015 - 07:03
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Thanks to you
Thanks Bro. But the thanks should really come from me for sending me your best stuff.
I've been to the gym twice. I'm feeling good already. Maybe I should take a before and after picture.