Curves

[suzannews]

Anyone belong to a Curves center? My local one is running a special along with Avon, $30 for 30 days with before and after measurements, access to computer programs for a month, etc. Went in today and made an appt for Saturday, looks interesting. Any good or bad opinions???

 

[Rora]

My mom and I went to Curves for a couple of months.. personally, we didn't really care for it. We wound up opting for a more traditional gym.

I think it depends on your current physical activity. We were pretty physically fit (not much weight to loose- probably 5lbs for me and maybe 10 for my mom?) and although we worked hard while we were at Curves and eat decently (better than normal), my mom lost like 2 pounds and I lost none. I went to the YMCA and lost those 5 pounds easily in a week or 2.

I think Curves is great for people who are just starting out or elderly women who just want to get moving.

Regardless, give it a try, just to see!

EDIT: Just wanted to add there were no computer programs when we went.

 

[Tiger Lily 03]

Just what Rora has said is what I've heard. Curves is great to get you started in an exercise program. A good way to get things moving. After time you will be looking for more. I think you are beyond Curves with all you currently do.

You'd be better to invest in Pilates/Yoga DVDs if you have not already. It will help your running/walking experience. Then again, for a 30 day trail it might be worth checking. You will get out of it in proportion to the effort you put into it. Don't hold back.

 

[MickeyMagic]

I enjoy Curves. I like that it is a place for women only. I am plus size and don't feel like I fit into the hard-core workouts at some of the bigger gyms (ie Gold's). I have dropped 25 pounds since November, in part thanks to my Curves workouts. Curves recommends 3 work-outs per week, but I find I see much better results with 4.

I agree with the previous posters. If you are in relatively good shape wiht only a little firming up needed, Curves may not be the place for you. But if you have more to lose or consider yourself out of shape, Curves is a great place to start! Give it a try and decide if it is for you.