10 Things Your Gym Won't Tell You

One of the most common New Year's Resolutions is to get back in shape. That's why January is the busiest month of the year at your local fitness center. But before you sign on the dotted line, there's a few things you should know about the facility, the staff and the contract.

MSN article 10 Things Your Gym Won't Tell You is a wealth of information on what to expect when you buy a gym membership including the following:

1. Gyms expect that at least 20 - 30% of new members will drop out.

2. Gyms are bacteria breeding grounds.

3. Many gyms are not equipped to handle medical emergencies.

4. Not all trainers are qualified or know what they are doing.

5. It's very difficult and/or expensive to quit. There are 10 points in total (obviously), and it's a great read.Read More!



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