Tuesday, January 6, 2009

Get Fit in 2009 for Less Money at the Gym

“If getting in shape is one of your New Year's resolutions, here's good news—some gyms are slashing fees for new, current, and former members. Among the deals: a free guest pass for two weeks at Bally Total Fitness, a free month followed by 50 percent off the monthly membership fee at Curves, free enrollment at Gold's Gym, and a 30-day money-back guarantee at L.A. Boxing, according to the Los Angeles Times. Independent gyms are also offering deals, so consider asking the manager for savings, Joe Moore, chief executive of the fitness trade group International Health, Racquet & Sportsclub Association, told the Times. Gym memberships in the United States were down 3 percent in 2007, the newspaper reports. Consider these 5 ways your workout can weather the recession, and learn how to get the most out of a limited workout schedule. Also, these 6 ways to avoid infections at the gym can help keep you healthy while you get in shape.”

http://health.usnews.com/articles/health/2009/01/05/health-buzz-cheaper-gym-memberships-and-other-health-news.html

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