Forget the gym...Fit4Life is the solution to obesity
We hear a lot about obesity these days, and the usual solutions range from gastric bypass surgery to the inevitable plea for diet and exercise. But with all this attention, there's one aspect of obesity no one's really talking about.
I discovered this missing link when I started working with two clients, sisters and nurses, both of them morbidly obese.
The problem? They couldn't do the same kinds of exercises as other clients because of their size. The machines were too small and some exercises were just downright impossible. Together, we came up with some solutions to these problems, and if you're in the same boat, you can too.
The Challenges of Being Obese:
Besides the obvious challenges of being overweight or obese in our world, when it comes to exercise, plus-sized people have even more obstacles getting in their way. My clients have shared some of their experiences with exercise, such as:
Intimidation at the gym. Gyms can be scary even for the most experienced exerciser. Walking into a room full of sweaty exercisers, all of whom seem to know what they're doing, is hard for many of us. My obese clients have mentioned how much more humiliating it is when you're very overweight.
Confusion about cardio. Cardio exercise can be a challenge at a gym. Some of the problems these clients have faced include:
Some machines are difficult to use or can cause knee or back problems.
Swimming is a recommended exercise for obese people, and while this is wonderful if you have a pool in your backyard, what if you don't? Walking around in a bathing suit causes instant panic for plenty of people, but even more so if you're overweight or obese.
Recumbent bikes are another good option for obese people. The problem is, many aren't built with big enough seats, and climbing onto them can be a real challenge.
Walking. This is a simple exercise that can be done anywhere, right? For people with joint or knee problems, walking isn't always comfortable, and some of my clients have even experienced name-calling and other rude behavior when they've gone out for a walk.
Aerobic Class. There has been issuse with obese clients being unable to keep up with the pace of the class. Clients were unable to move as quickly as some of the smaller clients making because the size of their arms or legs, making it difficult to maintain the proper range of motion, and therefore feeling left out or out of place.
With our WEIGHTING TO EXCEL CLASS, you won't have to worry about that. You will never have to worry about feeling left out or of place.
Strength-training issues. These are just a few of the problems my clients have encountered when they've tried strength training at the gym:
Weight benches are too narrow and/or too tall for larger bodies. Many seats on strength machines are too small for larger behinds.
Getting up and down from the floor is a workout all on its own, and many supine exercises cause problems breathing.
Many clients carry weight around their bellies, which makes some exercises impossible.
Traditional leg exercises, such as squats and lunges, are difficult for people with knee problems. Balance is sometimes an issue as well.
If I were queen of the world, I would wave my magic wand and eliminate this obesity problem altogether. Until my magic wand gets here, I've put together some ideas for people who need to be more creative when it comes to exercise.
Semi-Private Personal Training in a small group setting.
Semi-Private Personal training is an excellent option for anyone, but especially for someone who's obese and looking to lose weight and get healthy. However, because of the gym intimidation factor, there are plenty of obese people who miss out on the opportunity to work one-on-one or in a small group with an expert. One option, if you want to avoid the masses, is to work privately or semi privately with a personal trainer. You can opt for hiring a trainer to come to your home or work with a trainer at a personal training studio, but the cost is most likely to be unaffordable.
Some of the advantages of working out at our studio include:
The ability to Save on sessions. Many chain gyms have a set price and set packages for personal training. If you go through our studio, you have the ability to save on pricing and even the length and frequency of your sessions.
Privacy. Our studio is small and is offering this small group fitness classes just for you and individuals just like you, and no skinny people allowed.
Experienced and educated trainers: Nothing against trainers at health clubs, but, you're more likely to find more experienced trainers at our studio, willing to give you more individualized attention.
If you are serious about loosing the weight, contact us as soon as possible. We will set up a meeting with you and talk about your goals and what it is you want acheive. You will not be required to purchase anything and you will pay no upfront cost. The requirement is that you weight 300 pounds or more. You don't have to feel intimidated once you arrive at our facility. No persons under 300 will be allowed to join this amazing program. You may bring a friend along for support, however feel free to come alone. contact me
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