MANILA, Philippines – Did you put ‘lose weight’ at the top of your New Year’s resolution list? Before even concluding that enrolling on a gym class is the fastest and most efficient way to lose weight, consider this – 67 percent of gym memberships go unused – therefore, you could be burning more money rather than calories.
Although gym provides results, it also cuts a bulk from f your budget. If you are a frugal type of a person, here are some of the low-cost/free alternatives to gym membership.
Walking/running on parks or public spaces
This is the most practical way to achieve your fit body. It works for almost everyone at every fitness level. It burns a lot of calories, strengthens your leg muscles and gets your blood flowing. Unlike going to the gym and paying for the fee, the outdoor belongs to you, for FREE.
Opting for a ‘digital’ personal trainer
Since we now live in a digital era, getting a trainer on the Internet is a just a click away. Sessions with personal trainer on the gym would cost you a dime. Get the similar encouragement through technology. Download apps and videos that could help you with your workout routines, for FREE. For starters, you may try downloading the ‘Victoria’s secret fat blasting workout’ on YouTube.
Using gym equipment alternatives
Who needs expensive equipment if you are creative enough to make your own? For example, food cans and bottled waters may be used as a replacement for hand weights while cabinets may be used as an alternative for the fitwall. Want a more intense legwork? Try using the stairs. Furthermore, efficient routines such as squats, lunges and pushups don’t require equipment at all.
Playing sports on public courts
Take advantage of good weather and the huge public spaces near your place. Assign a fitness partner and make the most out of your weekend by playing badminton.
Biking uphill
Investing once on buying a bicycle is better than investing in a monthly gym pass. Increase your stamina, improve your heart health and tone your muscles by challenging yourself to ride uphill.
Doing yoga at home
The best thing about yoga is you could do it at your home with the use of your own mat. Learn the basics by checking out websites that offer yoga tutorial. Aside from keeping you physically healthy, it also takes out a lot of stress.