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Time to go clubbing: Fitness clubs offer deals
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution
Crowds at health and fitness clubs are starting to wane as the New Year’s resolution bunch move on to sedentary activities.
You know the type, right? Resolve in December to shape up … hit the gym enthusiastically in January … ship out in February and return to couch-potato status.
If you’re ready to climb aboard an exercise bike or hoist a barbell, many clubs are making it financially enticing to join.
Among the chains, Gold’s Gym, the most prevalent in metro Atlanta, have knocked down their $100 enrollment fee down to a buck. Dues vary from club to club, so check out the website for the one nearest you.
Bally’s Total Fitness, it is pitching a $30 monthly membership fee, with no long-term contract required.
Are you a Gold’s or Bally’s regular? What do you think?
If other clubs are more convenient, check out their offers. Like other businesses, many are hurting as much as a patron after an hour of bench-pressing and need to lure customers.
How do you rate your club for affordability?
So, put on those sweatbands, even though you may not have to sweat the cost of signing with a fitness club. With the places clearing out a bit, now’s the time to step up to the plate — and onto the step machine.
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