Fit Fabulous

I hate the gym. Note, I did not say that I hate exercise. I just hate feeling like a hamster in a wheel, which is how being at the gym makes me feel. I prefer competitive sports like squash or activities like biking that allow me to get from point A to B and see things. I can't stand the monotony of the gym. The physical aspect isn't so bad, it's just staying in one place for at least 30 minutes doing the same motion is NOT at all appealing to me.

Proof that I am not a couch potato! Me and BM Seattle after one of our bike rides.

View from the Ballard Locks, Seattle. The reward of a glorious bike ride.

Therein lies my problem, I would love to to tone up for the wedding, but with winter blues and no outdoor or fun alternatives, it's hard to get motivated. Mr. Canary has been really devoted to gym these past couple of months and he's always the one who lures me into going. He offers to drive, carries my bag, and waits while I take my sweet time getting ready... even if it's 9:30 at night.

I've also considered taking more classes since I enjoy them more than the elliptical or treadmill (which I'm always paranoid that I'll slip and fall on my face!) Some of my favorite classes in the past were Urban Rebounding (cardio exercises on a trampoline) and Hip Hop Dance, but none of the gyms in my area offer anything remotely fun like that. But I need to get in better shape!

Today, I also discovered Spark People's great guide to getting in shape for your dress. My favorite is the demo feature where they show you how to do the exercise (which is great because reading the "how to" instructions makes my head hurt). This may be a good alternative for those nights where I feel like vegging in front of the TV with Grey's Anatomy and skip the gym... now I can add a bicep curl routine and watch McDreamy all at once!

But besides all the things I'm already doing, I still feel like I need to pump up my regimen since I've only got 8 months left until the wedding. That allows me enough time to adjust without being too aggressive with the workouts.

How have you been staying in shape? Anyone know of any other fun indoor exercise activities that I could get into?