What can we do?

Really, there is only one thing we can all do. GET MOVING! It really doesn't matter what you do to get moving, but the key is to do something. Almost any activity is better than nothing and of course, the more you can do the better. We have seen the best results at the gym when people are doing at least 30 minutes of cardio actiivity 3-4 times a week.

You can start by just taking a brisk, 30 minute walk around your block or on a track at a local school or park. You can then graduate to a treadmill, bike or elliptical machine. At Gold's Gym in Paramus, we actually built a movie theater in the gym with cardio equipment instead of seats. All of this, just to entertain people and get them to burn more calories than ever before. We have come to the conclusion that whatever we can do to help people burn calories is a good thing.

Always go at a pace that is comfortable, but challenging. Listen to your body and never overdo it as the idea of exercise is not to feel "pain" and knock yourself out to a point that is dangerous.

In addition to cardio exercise machines, taking a group class has gotten many of our members great results as they find it very motivating to be in a room with like minded people who are all trying to burn some calories, get a great workout and have some fun. The other thing I have always liked about taking a class, is that it is supervised and led by an instructor who essentially is a personal trainer for the entire group.

Outdoor activities are great and it seems that there are more people than ever doing bike rides, charity walks, entering biathlons, triathlons and even marathons. This is a wonderful trend and if it's something that interests you, you can train for it and aspire to participate in these kinds of events. You can do it, you just need to commit and then train for it.

Whatever you decide to do, start today, do not procrastinate and GET MOVING!!!