Join Gym

        If you do decide to take the plunge and join gym, you may want to consult with your doctor, just to make sure that certain exercise programs are not going to do more harm than good. And don't try to keep up on the first day with the very buff looking person working out nearby. Go slow at the start to avoid injuries, which can discourage you from returning to the gym next week.

        It's not surprising that people with a gym membership workout more, but the difference in our results is pretty dramatic. Gym members were 14 times more aerobically active than non-members and 10 times more likely to meet muscle-strengthening guidelines, regardless of their age and weight. The results were similar in both men and women.

         You want to lose weight, gain muscle, tone up or improve your overall health, people of all fitness levels pony up the bucks and decide to join a conveniently located gym. Here are nine reasons why a gym membership is a really good idea, starting with the clearest one.

      1. Get Healthy

      2. Find Support and Motivation

      3. Get Stress Relief

      4. Learn from the Pros

      5. Sample the Variety

      6. Learn From Each Other

      7. Sweat Together

      8. Check out the Holiday Deals

      9. Get Going