Tuesday, June 7, 2011

Money Saving Tip #16: Don't Join a Gym Membership

We've all made a New Year's Resolution to shed some weight following the holidays. You generally see an influx of commercials for fitness clubs around December and January. Some of you out there are disciplined enough to actually go to your local gym on a regular basis. But let's face it, most of you go a few times and eventually make excuses why you can't go anymore. Rather than paying a ridiculous fee for an annual membership to your gym, find a pay-as-you-go gym. They are out there. There is no financial loss to your wallet if you decide not to continue your fitness at the facility. And besides, if the "annual membership fee" gym goes out of business, there is nothing you can do to get your money back, even if you paid for the membership the day prior.

Bonus Tip: Avoid the gym all together and buy or rent workout videos. You can do your fitness in the comfort of your own home while your kids are at school or napping.

Extra Bonus Tip: Rent the workout DVD's at your local library for FREE!