Health & Lifestyle

Joining the Local Gym

A young office worker describes his first months of training at a small local gym.

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1After sitting at a desk for two years, I felt unfit and heavy.

2A friend invited me to join the gym near our office.

3On my first day, the trainer showed me how to use the machines.

4I started with light exercises three times a week after work.

5The first week was hard, and my whole body hurt.

6But the trainer told me that this feeling was normal.

7Soon I could lift more weight and run much longer.

8I also learned to warm up properly before every training session.

9The other members were friendly and gave me useful advice.

10After six months, I feel stronger, happier, and more confident.

11Joining that gym was one of the best decisions I ever made.

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