As expected in early January, there's an influx of newcomers at the Y. My gym class at Jennersville was mat-to-mat on Monday evening, which contributed to a certain sense of camaraderie when we had to coordinate our movements so as not to kick each other. The fitness center was so crowded at 5:30 p.m. that an employee had to walk in front of the treadmills and elliptical machines carrying a sign reminding people of the 30-minute limit. She reminded me of the "ring girl" who announces what round it is at a boxing match.
I say, more power to the newcomers! I think it's great to see heavy-set, slow-moving or out-of-shape people starting their journey to fitness. Just remember: The arrows in the parking lot are there for a reason. And fiddling with your playlist doesn't count as exercise.
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