April 24, 2022
I couldn’t wait to write this testimony about my fitness journey. So, I decided to get a head start on writing today instead of waiting for June of this year.
Nearly a year ago, I finally decided to get a membership at the YMCA in Oak square.
Ever heard of the phrase, “right time and place?” Well, last year was the right timing and I was finally in the right space for joining the gym. Most times I’ve thought about getting into the gym, I’ve had the fear of not having the proper guidance while being there.
I had a lot of concerns about being able to properly navigate while being visually impaired and hard of hearing in such a visual space.
During my first few weeks, I had the opportunity to have a staff member from the Y show me in detail how certain machines and tools worked so that I could utilize them independently. As weeks turned into a month or so, I got a personal trainer for the first time in my whole life! I felt so empowered and ready once I set a structure and schedule with my trainer. I have learned so many things about my evolving body since working with a trainer and working out individually in the gym.
I became comfortable and confident with the machines and tools as well as the space in each floor at the gym. I then considered the gym a new part of my life and would like to keep it that way for many more years to come.
Any time I had inquiries about a new piece of equipment and how to use it…
