I have to admit to being a little unsure when I first saw a chest press in our local park. Along with a running machine, exercise bikes, sit up benches, and, in fact, an entire outdoor gym, these things have appeared overnight, all luminous green and not what you expect to see on a leisurely stroll.
But they gave proved surprisingly popular with the locals and are in constant use.
I knew immediately that I wouldn’t be seen using gym equipment in full view of the locals, but wandering through the park this afternoon after school I found myself strangely lured in.
Before I knew it I was peddling away, and so was IJ. Appearances can be deceptive because this outdoor metal gym is actually incredibly good.
Is it a possible solution to the nation’s obesity problem? I'd say yes. Is it a great way of getting families exercising together? I'd say yes to that too.
On first glance I thought they were an eye sore and out of place in an otherwise natural space, but I’ve changed my mind having tried them out. Now I'd like to see more of them.
They are produced by The Great Outdoor Gym Company. This isn’t a sponsored post, but credit where credit’s due.
What do you think? Does your local park have exercise equipment? Would you give them a try if it did?
