My parents currently live in Japan and are coming home for an extended visit. Being concerned over how I am going to maintain my already struggling workout efforts I talked to the manager of the gym.

I was pleasantly surprised when my gym was very accommodating. I have arranged temporary memberships for them. I went a step farther and got my mother excited about going.

What do you do when you have out of town company?

Well its difficult to throttle the desire to entertain them with big meals, eating out, etc. Not to mention that by spending more time with them you may not have time for a workout. For me the most important thing is to communicate to the family, just how high a priority you give to taking care of your body. I mean after all, hopefully they want whats best for you.....Bottom line is, don't change your habits just because you have family coming.

Mark

well depends who is comming if it is my grandparents, consider that i just gain 50lbs cause my grandma can COOK... if it was my uncles or other relavitves i wouldnt mind letting them go too the gym, do alot of touring of the town and coutry.