Sportplex Testimonial Leslie / Mobile

In November 2006, I realized that I had to do something about my weight gain and lack of fitness so I took a walk. For 5 months I walked outdoors as my main form of exercise.  I had been a member of the Sportplex for many years in the past and had enjoyed my membership. At that time I was quite fit so I decided to return to Sportplex and increase my exercise routines in addition to walking.

It had been nearly a decade of job and life stresses that took over and I put on about 100 extra pounds. When I came back into Sportplex in March of 2007, I found the same family-friendly environment that I had remembered. It was such a relief to return to a familiar, friendly atmosphere and to the club where I had kept in shape. Beginning with a goal of losing 100 pounds was not an easy thing to do, but Sportplex staff helped motivate me and made going back to the gym a much less daunting task.

As I began my new exercise regimen I mainly used the track and the treadmills. As the pounds began to come off and my weight went down, my fitness level increased. I found modern equipment and incredible Group Fitness and Spin classes that I needed to meet my goals. I have evolved from simply walking the track to a Spin aficionado. I enjoy the Group Fitness classes and also the solitude of a run on a treadmill or a session on the elliptical trainer. Two years have passed since I returned to Sportplex and in that time I have lost 70+ pounds.  I am 30 pounds from my healthy weight goal, and I know with the help I receive at Sportplex, I will get there!

Aside from the equipment and classes, the people (both the members and the staff employees), have offered me so much support in this endeavor. Not a single visit passes that an employee or a member doesn’t offer a compliment or support. The staff assistance has been very important in reaching my fitness goals!