At the end of last week, my Chicago Fitness passbook arrived and let me tell you: I sat for a good hour, pouring over the damn thing, practically salivating at all of my options.

I'm never going to be bored.

Lately I've been as active as I've been in months: I go walking with my dog in the mornings and train at the gym either in the afternoon or at night, or sometimes both. And I'm approaching my trips to the gym with a whole new mindset, not placing any pressure on myself about an upcoming event or a weigh-in or ... anything. Just going to go because I'm going to do something I like doing, as opposed to what will burn the most calories at weigh-in.

As a result, I've stopped the mind fuck I've had going on for a year now and enjoying myself - and pushing myself - more than ever. I'm excited about training again. For maybe a triathlon, certainly for 5Ks this summer. Not any one in particular, just getting myself back into shape and having patience with myself during the process. I'm not in the shape I once was but I'm getting back there, slowly but surely.

It's frustrating at times, and I could kick myself for letting it all happen, but it's OK. Better late than never.

Since I don't have any intentions of quitting my gym routine, I'm looking for ways to incorporate all of these classes into my weekly schedule. So, first up?

Burlesque classes.

One of my passes is good for three classes at this particular studio, and although there are only two classes held per week, I can use my other one for a belly dancing class at the same place. Each week I'm going to use a pass to try something new, or just something old a new place. I'm excited about all of the kickboxing offerings as it's my absolute favorite activity and my gym doesn't offer it.

I'll try my best to report back each week on how it all went. I still plan on running and lifting during the afternoon, and daily walks with the dog, just so I keep myself in gear for races this summer. I don't want to push it, but I view the classes as more of a "fun" activity than anything else.

Any of you taking any fun and exciting classes lately?

Posted by Erin at 09:40 PM | filed under: Training

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