One of the top reasons that people cite for giving up an exercise program is boredom. It’s not that they don’t want to lose the weight; it’s just that when it comes to getting motivated doing the same dull routine, day in and day out, can be mind numbing. This is probably why your home treadmill and other exercise equipment are collecting dust. You had great intentions when you brought those items into your home but after the initial start up the boredom took hold and now that treadmill is being used as a clothes hanger. You’re not alone. Many folks have abandoned their home work-out routines in favor of a gym. That’s because joining a gym means you never have to be bored; there are just too many choices.

The basics of getting physical is to have some sort of cardio routine which helps pump your heart and get your blood racing. That’s a good thing. At a gym you can hop on a treadmill, a stationary bike or a stair climber. Depending on the gym there are many variations of those pieces of equipment many with built in TVs and iPod plug ins but the workouts don’t stop there. You can sign up for an aerobics or spinning class that is sure to have you breaking out in a sweat. Again, that’s a good thing!