Joining a Dun Laoghaire gym is a great first step to weight loss and/or improving your overall fitness level. The more equipment, tools and techniques you have at your disposal, the more successful you are likely to be. Yet, part of your success will very much depend upon choosing the right Dun Laoghaire gym for your needs and lifestyle. Here are a few factors for you to consider.
Location
Location is often listed as the #1 factor in choosing a Dun Laoghaire gym because many people cancel their memberships because the commute ends up being too far and they never go. Generally, you want to find someplace that is 10-15 minutes from your home or work, on a convenient route. This will allow you flexibility in scheduling your work-outs and minimize travel time.
Price
Before signing up at a Dun Laoghaire gym, ask around to get a sense of the general membership costs in Dun Laoghaire. Generally speaking, you could pay anywhere from €600 to €1,000 per year. You will also want to ask about yearly renewal fees, class costs and training expenses. Are there any free consultations, trials or other perks? Do you have to pay extra to use the spa, sauna, sun beds or storage units? These are all good things to know, so you can compare apples to apples. If a Dun Laoghaire gym refuses to offer you a price quote over the phone, then move on.
Quality
It is important to schedule a tour of any Dun Laoghaire gym you are considering. You’ll want to make note of the equipment. What is available? What condition are the machines in? How busy is it? Are there machines available for use? Are there fresh towels and sanitizer spray visible? You want to see that the restroom is well-stocked with soap and paper towels, and that the facility is a clean, enjoyable place to be – not a place of misery and drudgery!
A Dun Laoghaire gym may not be for everyone. If you have very little disposable income and if you are the type of person who is always making excuses, then you may not benefit from a gym membership. Yet, you can get more out of your gym experience if you are willing to try new things, take a few sessions with a trainer, and make new friends who are also committed to maintaining a healthy lifestyle.