100+ Join Gym to Outsmart Seasonal Pitfalls Reduce stress and battle calories before the New Year Want more energy for holiday shopping? Eager to eat a reindeer cookie without feeling the guilt? Experts say getting your jingle on at the gym in December reduces stress and minimizes seasonal weight gain. “People think, ‘I blew my diet at Thanksgiving, so I’ll just start over in January,’ but it doesn’t have to be all or nothing,” says Lisa Ballentine General Manager of Gold’s Gym North Charlotte. While December normally isn’t the month people typically shop for a gym membership, it really is the smart thing to do, Ballentine adds.
Ballentine, who’s been a certified personal trainer for 13 years, offers these tips: • Mark holiday activities on the calendar and block out time for workouts, so you’ll be less likely to miss. • Strive for what’s do-able in December — don’t shoot for working out seven days a week. And don’t stress over missing a workout when overall health is what matters the most. • Take advantage of December’s specials and bring a friend or co-worker for some buddy workouts. A workout partner is a great recipe for success, providing encouragement and accountability.
“Join now — you’ll be ahead of the crowd and in good company. Most people are just trying to get through the holidays without putting on another five pounds,” she says, noting that with its partnership with AARP and the American Diabetes Association, the Gold’s Gym of today draws executives, housewives and retirees, not the muscle heads of yesteryear. Last December more than 100 new memberships were sold at Gold’s Gym North Charlotte 24/7 Executive Club, says Lisa Ballentine. She and Kevin Craft, who is the co-owner of the four Gold’s Gym locations say they expect all four Gold’s Gym locations to welcome lots of new members again this year, as soon as the turkey leftovers are gone. “People realize now that getting started before the holidays is the smarter approach. Stay ahead of the curve.” explains Ballentine. “It’s a busy holiday season, but just three workouts a week can give you more energy to get everything done and keep the pounds off from over-indulging at parties.” Gold’s Gym features state-of-the-art equipment and technology, as well as group exercise classes to suit nearly every busy schedule. Men and women of all ages find the education and encouragement offered at the gym help them stay motivated and achieve their goals.
• Keep a gym bag in the car. If traffic is hectic or you are simply short on time, you’ll be able to fit in a modified workout to stay on track. A 30-minute mall walk or short run through the park can relieve stress and allow time for traffic to die down. “Whether you’re 25 or 75, December 2010 can be a permanent change from all the years past,” says Craft. “Give yourself the gift of a gym membership, so you can manage your to-do list without a lot of stress and eat that cookie, too. It’s a win-win.” Want to Know More? Get your jingle on at Gold’s Gym by calling 704-895-8100.
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