My workout schedule tends to be like the ocean; it comes in waves. I’ll be good for about a month or two and then decide that I’ve earned 4 months off. It’s not exactly the best idea but hey, those 2 months are intense. So when Audrey from 4 U Fitness invited us to come check out their new gym and Electro Fitness (E-Fit ) system over in St. Petersburg I figured with the holidays coming up, I should probably do some sort of athletic activity. This way, when I down my turkey, mashed potatoes, pumpkin pie, wine, etc. on Thursday I’ll can feel a little bit better about myself.
Last Tuesday I headed to the gym over on 4th Street which is conveniently located right by my office. Going in I had no idea what to expect. Before my session I had watched a Youtube video Audrey had sent over about the E-Fit and thought, hmm this doesn’t look so bad. Boy was I wrong. I met owner Daniel at his space around 5pm. I say space because the gym isn’t much bigger than Fresh Kitchen. After some minor paperwork it was time to get started.
A few things that are awesome about E-Fit is that the workout is only 20 minutes, they provide everything for you, and you truly get in a great workout. They even have showers, changing rooms and a vanity for women available for those who like to get a workout done during lunch and head back to the office. I quickly changed up and then was fitted for my vest and shorts. Yes, that right, a vest and shorts, full of straps and pads and wires. By the time I was done I totally felt like a robot. This blog gets me into the oddest situations, I have to say.
Once I was all strapped in, I was ready to be hooked up to the machine. The machine had a series of dials that each corresponded to a certain muscle group. During the workout Daniel would turn up the dial to simulate weight against your muscle. Also, I have to add that all exercises were done with a 2lb weight. Here is some easy math for you: 2lb weight + 20 minute workout = death. After a series of curls, squats, calf raises, crunches, and more I was near passing out when Daniel so graciously pulled the plug- literally.
Not knowing what I was getting myself into, I will say- this was TOUGH. I am writing this almost a week later, and I swear I finally stopped feeling sore 2 days ago. (Granted my lack of previous exercise but that’s neither here nor there) If you are thinking, “Yeah right Allison, you’re a wuss” I challenge you to try it yourself! Right now at their St. Petersburg location you can try it for a week for just $1. Yes, $1! Click here for more info! Make sure to tell them NHIE Tampa Bay sent you!
Good Luck!- Allison
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