Good for you!!

I joined 24 hour fitness a little over a year post-op. Personally I like the classes. I found an instructor I really clicked with and she has her own personal training business so I'm training with her.

I have never been impressed with the personal training offered at the gyms. They tend to be high pressure sales and very expensive. One lady at my office got roped into a year's commitment at more than twice the price I pay for personal training.

Most gyms offer a free week to try them out. I think it is good to take advantage of that. Also, gyms always run specials. It is like buying a car. Never pay full-price! Also, there are so many gyms that have month-to month options, I think it is usually a mistake to sign a contract.

Happy exercising!!

JJ

I am pre op and I recently joined curves. I like it but I could see that it could be less challenging if you are more fit than I am.

I use Snap Fitness - on my own. The price for a trainer is over my budget.

WE belong to the YMCA. Its great for us and has childcare for the kids. Swimming and activities ect. Classes, zumba, pilates, weight training and everything you could ever need.

I joined a gym at one month post-op and it has been awesome. I chose a gym that has an all women's gym and a co-ed gym as well. I thought I would be too uncomfortable using the co-ed side, but I guess with age my "give a damn" has busted...lol. I had the initial consultation with a personal trainer and he showed me how to use the equipment and I've been on my own ever since. I would say unless you need that extra motivation, paying for a personal trainer is a waste of money. Most of what they teach you you can find online anyway....at least thats been my experience. If you really need motivation though I would say a friend to go with you would be your best bet. Like 'jjforshort' says, take advantage of the free trials and try several out and find one your comfortable with.

Joined a gym here with excellent trainers. Each person has over 12 years of experience. I can only do light weights and a few machines due to the rod and screws in my back but the swimming aerobic classes are awesome.

Dont spend a fortune hun. Y, or walking etc is just great!

I joined 24 hour fitness several years ago (way before my surgery). I know you can go online and purchase like 3 personal training sessions for about $125. I just workout on my own because I can't afford a trainer right now. You do get a session with a trainer for free when you join but the session I had was a total joke. The woman spent her time telling how wonderfullly she recovered from being hit by a truck because she was so in shape.