Day 12 - Gold's Gym

I have been working out every day at Gold's Gym where I've had a membership for years that I only used occasionally (can't use that as an excuse). I spoke with Tracey Delong, Fitness Counselor, on the phone yesterday afternoon on the way home. She was terrific and made me feel very comfortable. When I got to the gym she was busy with another customer so I went ahead and did my thing in the gym. 45 minutes later I returned to the desk and introduced myself. Tracey comes around the counter and gives me a big hug. I was very surprised by her warm welcome and even more surprised since I was a bit sweaty! She has no idea what a positive impression that made on me. Taking these steps to lose weight and having people actually take you seriously is HUGE. The one thing that can totally discourage someone who is trying to lose weight is for another person to not take them seriously and not support them. When you are heavy, walking into a gym is EXTREMELY intimidating! THANK YOU TRACEY for taking me seriously!!!!!

Tracey and I talked a few minutes and then she introduced me to Dave Hansey, my personal trainer. I had met Dave briefly on a previous visit. I found out Dave had served in the military (Marines and Army) and hopefully he won't yell at me like a Marine Corp Drill instructor. I do want him to push me like one though!!!!! Dave - if you are reading this I'll deny writing it!!! I am looking forward to my first meeting with him next Monday at 5:30.

Thank you so much Gold's Gym - Chapel Hill Road for sponsoring me! Anyone looking for a good gym see Tracey at Gold's!