Health Clubs

Ready to improve your fitness level, lose weight, and strengthen your muscles and your immune system? If so, health clubs are the way to go—but how can you find the one that’s the best fit for you?

Setting Fitness Goals

First and foremost, it’s important to pinpoint your fitness goals. Do you want to get in shape to run a marathon? Are you hoping to lose weight, and if so, how much? There are dozens of possible ambitions, from appearance to physical strength to emotional success. The key to sticking with your fitness program is knowing what motivates you – and finding the best health clubs for you.

What Do You Want in a Health Club?

Once you know what your goal is, you can begin to narrow down which kinds of health clubs and programs offer the best fit. There are dozens of clubs and personalised training programs available, and it’s essential that you find the right one for your goals and current fitness level.

What do most people get from a health club? Although specific offerings vary by club, you can expect to gain access to some or all of the following:

• Exercise Equipment. Many people join a gym or a health club just for the machines, weights, and exercise equipment. There’s nothing wrong with that, but if you stop there, you’ll be missing out on some of the best benefits a fitness club has to offer.

• Personal Trainers. If you’re out of shape, new to working out in a health club, or lost when it comes to structuring a fitness plan, a personal trainer could be the best investment you’ll ever make in yourself. Even if you’re on the right track and in relatively good shape, a trainer can help you to streamline your program and get better results faster.

• Classes. Whether you’re into spinning, Pilates, yoga, or just interested in trying something new, fitness classes are a high-energy, dynamic way to get more out of your health club. Find out which group classes each fitness centre offers before making your decision.

• Nutritional Counselling and Other Support. You might not know it, but the food you eat, your thoughts, and even your sleeping habits can affect your level of fitness. Nutritional coaches and other experts at the health club can introduce you to ways you can make a difference in your health.

Interested in learning more about health clubs in your area? See our recommended health clubs and fitness centres for details on the programs and services available to you today.