Not now, mostly for logistical reasons: We're a one-car couple and I work at home. More to the point, I'm not willing to get up at 5 a.m., drive to the YMCA, swim/lift/whatever and then return. (Public transit to the place would take more than an hour in each direction.) Also not interested in working out at night.
This is not an ideal situation, but for now it is what it is.
No, I've never had a gym membership. If it wasn't for the expense and how skeeved out I get by other people's sweat, germs, etc., I might consider it. I get my exercise courtesy of two Jack Russell Terriers who LOVE long walks. If I need more than that then I'll work out to an exercise DVD in my living room.
i joined a gym in my area for $10 a month, yes $10, full membership. i am going to use the lap pool, i have only used a stationary bike one time. i swim during the summer months and all outdoor pools are closed to april here in texas. i have a bad hip so doing land exercises are still tough. but the pool is wonderful. i go on average 3-4 times a week so this membership has already paid for itself. when i am off on school breaks they have water aerobics on weds morning, no extra charge so that is on my radar too. i would never join a gym for any more that $20 a month so this is such a bargain.. and it is a very very nice gym and pool!!
I don't have a gym membership, I work out at home and outside. For my indoor workouts, I have P90X, P90X2, RushFit, Tapout, Insanity, and a few other DVDs. I own free weights, a yoga mat, a foam roller, a spin bike, a physio ball, a weighted medicine ball, resistance bands, and a pull-up bar. I run sprints outdoors, hike, and do workouts in the park (lunges, plyo, tricep dips on the benches, etc.). I used to have a gym membership. I got tired of being hit on by guys, seeing people on their cell phones, watching people eat candy bars while doing cardio (true story), and seeing others work out with bad form. I work in physical therapy, so the last one really irked me. Plus, I got sick more often thanks to all the germs in the gym and the inconsiderate folks who didn't disinfect the equipment after they used it. I'm in better shape now than when I worked out at a gym and I don't miss it one bit.
No, I don't. I live in Albuquerque where the outdoor options are excellent 10 months of the year, so when I exercise it is usually walking or hiking. In the Midwest I had a YMCA membership mostly for the pool, hottub, and sauna. That was pretty awesome and I do sometimes miss it.
I'm in school and use the gym available here for free -- it has all the amenities of a normal gym (minus sauna) and then some, like two Olympic pools and a full track/field, and tons of courts for racket sports.
Yes, I have a gym membership. The cost is justified for me because I have a very sedentary job as an engineer. I did try going without it for a while but found that, especially in winter, I just didn't feel as healthy and energetic without regular workouts. If I did not spend all day working in a cubicle then I definitely would reevaluate the need for a gym membership!
I do have a gym membership. It's worthwhile for me, because it encourages and motivates me to exercise and take classes at the gym several times a week. Luckily, I bought a 2-year membership at Costco, so it works out to about $15 a month. Also, I have gyms very close to my job and home, so it's always convenient to go.
My wife and I both have gym memberships. We paid up front for two years each, and it comes out to be about $15 a month each. It keeps us in shape and busy, so we aren't spending more money doing something else.
I do not currently have a gym membership. This is due solely to the fact that I have moved recently and have not looked into gyms in my area. For the past 30 years, I have belonged to various gyms. I don't like January when all the "wanna be's" show up and take up the machines.
I have a full home gym in my basement that includes a computrainer bike trainer, an elliptical machine a treadmill, and weights/kettlebells/yoga mats etc..
I do not attend the gym much in the summer as I work out outside. However, it is nice to have access to a sauna and pool along with some different weight machines and an occasional fitness class. It is nice to have options.
I have always maintained a high level of fitness, but I can certainly understand the intimidation factor to those who may be just starting out.
If you are starting out, and are not a self motivating person to work out at home, I would suggest joining with a friend who will hold you accountable. If you are self motivating, to get in shape you could also get by with an inexpensive DVD or dvr a cable show workout or two, and some running shoes to run/walk outside. Using body weight you can work almost every muscle in the body.
Yes, I have a membership to my local YMCA. With my health insurance reimbursement (as long as I go 12+ times per month), it comes to $16/month for me (or $32 for my spouse and myself)! Well worth it in terms of staying healthy, plus I often get together with friends there for a class or to sit in the hot tub. Much cheaper than going out to eat
When someone takes a shower every day, how "dirty" can his water be?
Soapy: yes - but dirty?
So why not use the soapy water to soak some laundry. You would probably even add some more soap = washing powder.
And then rinse the laundry with fresh water.
You will find it perfectly clean.
I will never own a gym membership. I just think there are SO many free options for fitness that paying for a gym seems silly to me. But, I know many people who use it and love it, and I don't hold anything against them. But I think that's an easy thing to strike from my budget, as I feel great about just walking, jogging, bicycling, or hiking to stay in shape.
I don't really have a gym membership, but I am required to pay rec fees for my graduate school. Although, I don't use the gym there because it actually is pretty small and always crowded, so I hate having to fight for equipment. Instead, I either work out at home or at the fitness center at my apartment complex. I know I'm paying for the rec center, so I should use it, but I hate that many people.
Nora, thank you so much for your invaluable tips. I'm an image consultant and advise clients on wardrobe for trips. I do advise them to stick with 2 neutrals and one color, which matches your 3 color rule. It's always good to have other experts back up your expertise so I'll be using this article as proof that I'm giving them good advice. :) Safe travels!
Yes, but I shouldn't! :(
Not now, mostly for logistical reasons: We're a one-car couple and I work at home. More to the point, I'm not willing to get up at 5 a.m., drive to the YMCA, swim/lift/whatever and then return. (Public transit to the place would take more than an hour in each direction.) Also not interested in working out at night.
This is not an ideal situation, but for now it is what it is.
No, I've never had a gym membership. If it wasn't for the expense and how skeeved out I get by other people's sweat, germs, etc., I might consider it. I get my exercise courtesy of two Jack Russell Terriers who LOVE long walks. If I need more than that then I'll work out to an exercise DVD in my living room.
I'm doing a trial at Golds Gym, and it looks rally nice. If they offer me a good deal, I will probably join.
i joined a gym in my area for $10 a month, yes $10, full membership. i am going to use the lap pool, i have only used a stationary bike one time. i swim during the summer months and all outdoor pools are closed to april here in texas. i have a bad hip so doing land exercises are still tough. but the pool is wonderful. i go on average 3-4 times a week so this membership has already paid for itself. when i am off on school breaks they have water aerobics on weds morning, no extra charge so that is on my radar too. i would never join a gym for any more that $20 a month so this is such a bargain.. and it is a very very nice gym and pool!!
I don't have a gym membership, I work out at home and outside. For my indoor workouts, I have P90X, P90X2, RushFit, Tapout, Insanity, and a few other DVDs. I own free weights, a yoga mat, a foam roller, a spin bike, a physio ball, a weighted medicine ball, resistance bands, and a pull-up bar. I run sprints outdoors, hike, and do workouts in the park (lunges, plyo, tricep dips on the benches, etc.). I used to have a gym membership. I got tired of being hit on by guys, seeing people on their cell phones, watching people eat candy bars while doing cardio (true story), and seeing others work out with bad form. I work in physical therapy, so the last one really irked me. Plus, I got sick more often thanks to all the germs in the gym and the inconsiderate folks who didn't disinfect the equipment after they used it. I'm in better shape now than when I worked out at a gym and I don't miss it one bit.
Nope, I just do a lot of walking around my neighborhood, or when it's not nice out I hop on our elliptical machine.
No, I don't. I live in Albuquerque where the outdoor options are excellent 10 months of the year, so when I exercise it is usually walking or hiking. In the Midwest I had a YMCA membership mostly for the pool, hottub, and sauna. That was pretty awesome and I do sometimes miss it.
I'm in school and use the gym available here for free -- it has all the amenities of a normal gym (minus sauna) and then some, like two Olympic pools and a full track/field, and tons of courts for racket sports.
Yes, I have a gym membership. The cost is justified for me because I have a very sedentary job as an engineer. I did try going without it for a while but found that, especially in winter, I just didn't feel as healthy and energetic without regular workouts. If I did not spend all day working in a cubicle then I definitely would reevaluate the need for a gym membership!
Yes, I got a great deal on it! 120 for a year worth of gym membership through my local recreation center!
I don't have a gym membership because I exercise at home
I do have a gym membership. It's worthwhile for me, because it encourages and motivates me to exercise and take classes at the gym several times a week. Luckily, I bought a 2-year membership at Costco, so it works out to about $15 a month. Also, I have gyms very close to my job and home, so it's always convenient to go.
I have a gym membership at work. It's $8.00/paycheck or $16.00/month.
I haven't gone since Thanksgiving. Hehe.
My wife and I both have gym memberships. We paid up front for two years each, and it comes out to be about $15 a month each. It keeps us in shape and busy, so we aren't spending more money doing something else.
I don't have a gym membership. If it was really cheap, though, I would.
I do not currently have a gym membership. This is due solely to the fact that I have moved recently and have not looked into gyms in my area. For the past 30 years, I have belonged to various gyms. I don't like January when all the "wanna be's" show up and take up the machines.
I have a full home gym in my basement that includes a computrainer bike trainer, an elliptical machine a treadmill, and weights/kettlebells/yoga mats etc..
I do not attend the gym much in the summer as I work out outside. However, it is nice to have access to a sauna and pool along with some different weight machines and an occasional fitness class. It is nice to have options.
I have always maintained a high level of fitness, but I can certainly understand the intimidation factor to those who may be just starting out.
If you are starting out, and are not a self motivating person to work out at home, I would suggest joining with a friend who will hold you accountable. If you are self motivating, to get in shape you could also get by with an inexpensive DVD or dvr a cable show workout or two, and some running shoes to run/walk outside. Using body weight you can work almost every muscle in the body.
I have a membership but it's not a worthwhile expense since I never use the gym.
Yes- I go at work every day. Great use of my $ because I exercise and do not eat out!
Yes, I have a gym membership at the gym in the office building where I work.
Yes, I have a membership to my local YMCA. With my health insurance reimbursement (as long as I go 12+ times per month), it comes to $16/month for me (or $32 for my spouse and myself)! Well worth it in terms of staying healthy, plus I often get together with friends there for a class or to sit in the hot tub. Much cheaper than going out to eat
When someone takes a shower every day, how "dirty" can his water be?
Soapy: yes - but dirty?
So why not use the soapy water to soak some laundry. You would probably even add some more soap = washing powder.
And then rinse the laundry with fresh water.
You will find it perfectly clean.
I will never own a gym membership. I just think there are SO many free options for fitness that paying for a gym seems silly to me. But, I know many people who use it and love it, and I don't hold anything against them. But I think that's an easy thing to strike from my budget, as I feel great about just walking, jogging, bicycling, or hiking to stay in shape.
I don't really have a gym membership, but I am required to pay rec fees for my graduate school. Although, I don't use the gym there because it actually is pretty small and always crowded, so I hate having to fight for equipment. Instead, I either work out at home or at the fitness center at my apartment complex. I know I'm paying for the rec center, so I should use it, but I hate that many people.
Nora, thank you so much for your invaluable tips. I'm an image consultant and advise clients on wardrobe for trips. I do advise them to stick with 2 neutrals and one color, which matches your 3 color rule. It's always good to have other experts back up your expertise so I'll be using this article as proof that I'm giving them good advice. :) Safe travels!