Thursday, September 27, 2012

The gym

Today, Jitka and I decided it was finally time to get some proper exercise, especially after last night's wine indulgences. We have a gym at the University and word on the street is that it has all you need (treadmill, cross trainer, weight machines, and free weight) and costs only 5 cny (a little over 50 Euro cent) per visit. And word on the street was correct. It had everything we needed but nonetheless we realized how we have been spoiled by European comforts. I remember when joining McFit in Germany, some Germans were actually appalled. "But there iz no sauna. And you must pay for the shower!" Well at the gym at University there is no sauna, no shower, and actually no locker room. Jitka and I changed in the broom closet. Also, half the gym is dedicated to ping pong/table tennis. Apparently the sport is in high-demand when it comes to exercise here. Below are some pictures, unfortunately I don't have any pictures of the countless shirtless Chinese men....next time.


Our Locker Room aka Broom Closet


A ping pong player's heaven
The alternative: public outdoor gym. Or is it rather a playground?


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