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Name-Drop the Competition
“I SAVED $204.
“They matched the deal.
I pay $20 a month instead of $37.”
Be a Social Networker
Daily deals sites, such asGroupon.comandLivingSocial.com, offer big local savings.
These are often blink-or-you’ll-miss-‘em offers, so act fast.
24 Hour Fitness offers a similar carrota three-day freebieon its Facebook page.
Front the Cash
“I SAVED $150.
Paying in advance instead of monthly can trigger a major discount.
At Costco, you could snag a two-year contract to any 24 Hour Fitness for $320.
That works out to $13 a month, versus $37 when you pay in installments.
Gather a Group
Send an all-call work email for gym joiners.
At Gold’s Gym, 10 or more coworkers who sign up together receive an automatic 10 percent discount.
Some clubs even allow roommates to use a discounted family membership, Kufahl says.
FINAGLE A FREE YEARInquire about incentives for referrals.
“I’ve seen people accrue a free year from referring buddies.”
Your Gotta-Have-It Checklist
Because a gym is not a bargain if you never go.
A locale on your regular route.Convenienceisking.
Fit favorites.Request a few free day passes to test your go-to classesSpin,kickboxing,kettlebellsor Zumba.
you’re free to get to know the instructors and see if they impress you.
A solid first impression.Eye the equipment; take a shower; use the bathroom.
Then ask a regular what she thinks of the club.
A candid, unbiased opinion can be the best indicator if a gym is for you.
Joined the Wrong Gym?
These tips make a split as painless as possible.
Dig out your paperwork.Your contract includes info on how to quit (likely in super small print!).
One caveat: You’ll need to get your gym to approve a sale.
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