GREEN BAY, WI (WTAQ) – It’s about that time of year where people are drafting up their New Year’s Resolutions for 2021. If you’re one of the many looking to get back in shape, there are a few things to look out for.
When it comes to choosing a gym, there are a lot of options and a lot of prices out there. Susan Bach of the Better Business Bureau says to take a close look at what you’re being offered, especially going into a new year.
“You want to make sure that you join the right gym for you and that you pay a fair price,” Bach said. “A lot of gyms are offering special introductory offers, but the price will go up once that initial period is over. So when you are comparing apples to apples, make sure that you calculate the true cost.”
That means averaging prices out over the course of a year, rather than just looking at that introductory deal.
Another concern for many people is the inundation of high-pressure sales tactics and up-sells.
“You shouldn’t make a decision on the spot. You should definitely have time to research it and read reviews. A reputable gym is going to give you time to read the contract, to tour the facility, and make an informed decision,” Bach told WTAQ News. “Make sure you understand whether or not there will be an automatic renewal, or how you can cancel. If that membership includes membership to all of those facilities, or just that one location.”
Bach says to tour the facility to see if it’s clean, whether it WiFi and other amenities, and to figure out if the equipment and classes are what you’re looking for. She also recommends asking about free trials to make sure the gym fits you before you actually join.
Another area of fitness to keep a close eye on are the trainers. Just because someone looks like they’re in good shape, doesn’t mean they’re qualified to teach you.
“Trainers can be really expensive. Make sure that personal trainer is certified to do what they say that they’re going to do, and qualified of course,” Bach said.
The BBB has tons of business profiles on gyms online.
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