I know this is an old thread but for some reason I missed it. So Sirrahsim, after all the encouragement to join a gym did you do it?

I do go to the gym. I've been going for almost 6 years now. I go now between 2 to 3 times a week. Since I want to lose weight I'm trying to get that back up to 5 times a week.

I've lost weight and gained weight in the 6 year time. When I was consistent AND CHANGED MY DIET I lost 30lbs. I've gained 1/2 of that back now.

I'm definitely in better shape. The first time I went I got on the eliptical for 3 minutes and thought I was going to have to be carried outl I can now do the eliptical for 60 minutes. I walk the 7 flights of stairs at my job up and down and don't need the EMC (emergency medical care)!!

Met New Friends? Yep

I agree with taking classes. They help me the most. I push myself harder and stay longer than I would If I work out by myself.

As far as Zumba it's all about the teacher. I've taken a really good class and one really bad class.