Can't Stop. Won't Stop.

Okay, so I finally have all of my classes in order. Unfortunately, one of my “online” classes has pretty much turned into an on-campus one. I signed up for a “Concepts of Fitness” online class because it gives me my whole 3 credit hours for P.E. Then orientation came around, and it turns out, it’s only considered an “online class” if you already have some type of gym membership. Which I don’t. Go figure.

Now, this semester I decided to take all of my on campus classes earlier than the past two semesters because I was getting home around 11 pm before, and now the latest I would be getting home was 6:30 pm. Which is PERFECT because Emery still gets to see me on a daily basis. It was a good schedule and I had everything planned out. But, things obviously change and since I don’t have a gym membership I have to resort to using our school gym. They keep a log at check-in and my teacher said this was the easiest way for her to verify our “homework”. So, last week I decided to move my “tutoring” sessions to Monday’s and just leave my Wednesday’s free for gym. I’d be getting home around 8 pm, which still gave me time with Emery at home and it allowed me to get everything I needed done for my classes.

Well, Wednesday was my first day at our gym. The guy at the front desk gave me a mini tour, and let me know where everything was. I got dressed, and even though I was a little out of my comfort zone, I definitely found my groove. I LOVED IT! The treadmills were AWESOME and quiet. Way better than my old one. The stair master was also really cool! My weekly runs aren't even working all of the muscles that, that baby did. And the weight room had everything I needed, INCLUDING my favorite super leg press machine. I walked out of their sweaty, sore (in a good way), and feeling like I had a complete workout. Cardio and Strength training. I felt awesome!

And the best part about the whole thing, is that I got home by 8 pm like I predicted. Emery was still up and I was able to put her to bed later. Plus, it’s free! Who could argue with that?? I also felt more motivated. I like running with a partner (my sister-in-law sometimes runs with me) because I’m a bit competitive. I blame my dad for that. I find myself pushing to go just as hard as the people around me. And being at this gym was no exception. I still plan on keeping up with my latest fitness routine, but getting to hit up an actual gym is really nice too! I also figure that since this is for a grade, it forces me to get up and do this. No excuses. Which is exactly what I need. As bummed as I was at first, I’m actually pretty stoked about this. Yay to college helping me lose weight instead of gaining it!! Hope everyone has a wonderful weekend!