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Looking for a Gym?

§ June 24th, 2010 § Filed under Uncategorized § No Comments

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I often marvel at the approaches people use when trying to find a gym. The typical phone call is something like this…”How much do you charge for a gym membership?” Seriously, if you’re price shopping and that is your only concern then you’re missing out on much more. It’s no wonder that most gyms won’t give a response to that question when called and that is the only question asked. Is that really the only thing that is important to you when shopping for a gym? If so, then you need to stay home, pull a couple of cans of fruit out of the pantry and start jogging around your house doing arm curls with the cans in your hands. It’s free and you apparently aren’t looking for anything else out of your gym. If that solution doesn’t interest you then here’s a list of questions you should be asking yourself first:

1. What is my fitness goal?
2. Do I know how to achieve that fitness goal by myself?
3. Am I self motivated to stay focused on that goal?
4. Do I have the time to research fitness techniques?
5. Where will I gain support and who will be there to support me when times get tough?
6. Am I self conscious about my body and will I put myself out there in public with my vulnerabilities?
7. Do I have time restrictions?
8. What are my typical roadblocks I put up when it comes to exercise?

Now that you have done a little self discovery, here are a few questions that you should be asking the gym for a better understanding and opportunity to learn about the programs available.

1. What programs do you offer?  Give the gym a chance to create an open dialog about what they can offer YOU!
2. What kind of educational and group programs are available?  Make sure they are there to support you when you need advice and support.
3. What kind of equipment do you have?  Do they have a variety of equipment to ensure you’re able to progress in your program?
4. Do you have trainers available?  Make sure there are experts available for Q&A or support when you need the extra input into your fitness program.
5. If I have questions, how would I receive assistance or help?  Is the gym staff there for you?
6. What methods are used for accountability and progress?  Does the gym offer anything to help you stay focused?
7. What are the hours of the gym? 
8. Is the gym co-ed? 
9. Tailor questions around things that are barriers for you.  Bottom line is you have to make the committment to fitness but the gym should be a resource that helps you stay focused. 
10. Finally, how much does a membership cost and are there any other charges for services at the gym? 
11. Does the gym offer trial memberships?  Try it before you buy it!   You have to feel comfortable if you’re going to expose yourself in your most vulnerable state…sweating!

Weigh out all the important factors to you against all the gym has to offer.  If price is still the only concern and you’re confident in your fitness plan/program, then why are you looking for a gym at all?  There are so many free opportunities to get and stay fit.  Run outside, buy your own treadmill or favorite cardio equipment for your home,  buy a resistance band and adapt to your surroundings and what’s available.  If you have barriers, need assistance, need focus, need a regimine that is outside the home, then the gym is the right place for you.  Let the experts help you with your fitness program.  Fitness isn’t a short term committment….it’s a lifestyle!  The need doesn’t ever go away and hopefully, a gym can offer the diversity needed to keep it interesting!