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I had been going to the gym for three years with no results. I was discouraged. I wasn't gaining weight, but I wasn't losing any either. Where were all the toned muscles I had expected? I was also getting bored with the same routine. I decided to join another gym. Maybe a change of scenery would help.

I saw the sign-up sheet for a personal trainer? Could I afford it? It was expensive, but they promised results. I was turning 50 that year. It seemed every decade brought on five more pounds of unwanted fat. This time I was ready to do battle! I signed up!

I went into it with high expectations and determination. I, of course, wanted instant results, but was told it was going to take time and that I had to be committed and do the work.

I signed up for 12 weeks. I was faithful. I worked hard. I started to see some results!

I lost five pounds in that twelve weeks of training. I tried so hard! I listened to the trainer as he told me about my diet and what I should and shouldn't eat. My muscles were getting toned, I could see the difference. But I was hoping to lose more weight than that.

Now the 12 weeks were up and I was on my own. But I was equipped with the knowledge the trainer had given me so I continued to work out. I added 20 minutes of cardio on my weight days and on the alternate days I did a 30 minute cardio work out. I could still hear my trainer saying, "Just five more, come on I know you can do it"! I committed to going to the gym a minimum of 5 days a week.

I have now lost 15 pounds! I went from a size 12 to a size 8. I have gotten my shape back. My muscles are more defined. I am more comfortable in this body of mine. I feel fit!

My co-workers tell me I've inspired them to work out. They can see the difference.

I would recommend to anyone to go to a personal trainer, at least for a short time. You will get educated on what to do to accomplish your goals. The weight machines won't seem so frightening. They will become familiar and easy to use. Most of all you will have a plan.

I had almost bored myself out of going to the gym from those first three years when I didn't know what I was doing. I had one routine that I did every time I went. It is no wonder people drop off and decide it is not for them.

My routine is now varied. I change things up and try to make my time at the gym interesting. I challenge myself. No, I didn't lose the weight I thought I would with the trainer, but I did gain something! Education on how to use the gym!

Don't give up! Just keep on going. Your health is worth it!

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