Going to the Gym With Style

Post contributed by Alfredo Gaines

Yesterday I decided that I needed to get out of my workout rut. Every time I went to the gym I tended to do the same old thing. I would start off on the treadmill or the elliptical machine. Then after I had warmed up a little I would hit the free weights. Occasionally I would hit up some of the other equipment but this was my typical routine. In all reality, it's boring for me and the only reason I go is so I can fit into my jeans. A sexy body doesn't make itself, sadly.

Anyway, I went to the gym and decided to try a different approach. Normally when I went I just wore some baggy work out clothes. I had never felt the need to dress up for a work out. What was the point of sweating all over my good clothes? I didn't want to buy anything just for working out either.

Well, this time I decided I would actually do just that. I went out the night before and bought a few cute little outfits that hugged my figure. I bought a few of those wrist and ankle weights too. Anyway, I was looking so cute! I set my home security system (click here for ADT SECURITY online offer TX) before heading out and felt ready to hit it hard. Wouldn't you know, when I got there the place was closed! I couldn't believe it. I didn't even realize it was a holiday. Hah!

Yoga as an exercise is permissible

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Abdullah Ahmad Badawi on Wednesday urged all quarters to understand the content of the yoga fatwa issued by the National Fatwa Council and not twist facts which could cause confusion among the public.

He said Muslims who performed yoga exercise and not chanting any mantra could carry on with their activity as it was good for their health.

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