There goes the bandwagon. Quick, hop on!

Today I did something I swore I would never do again. I joined a gym. Gyms are scary places, a least to me. The last time I joined a gym I paid a lot of money to not go because I was so intimidated by all the pretty and competent people.

So why did I join this time? A close friend of mine is getting married next year, and is starting her own weight loss journey. I want to be a supportive friend. The best way to do that is by embarking on a similar journey. More importantly, I'm doing this because I am too damn fat.

I have spent most of my life staying firmly inside my comfort zone. I haven't found happiness with the status quo so now it is time to try something new. First step is to join a gym and do some investing in myself. As the commercial says, I'm worth it! Second step, at least once a weak do something outdoors whether I have company or not. Finally, the third step is to work on my confidence.

Today I accomplished step one. I even went to work on the bike. I managed to use it for 22 minutes before my legs cramped up. That is 12 minutes more than I have ever done before. I am taking that as a positive first sign!