what are some things you have to be aware of before signing up with a gym ?
How do I know I'm getting my money worth for ? things to look out for ?
>>42778070
>Should have free weights
>Should cost maximum of $20 per month unless you're getting some sort of specialist training or other perks (I'm not a burger but that price seems reasonable & in line with what other anons have posted, plus similar to UK prices)
>should not forbid certain exercises
I think that's about it. Most gyms will be absolutely fine, the only other things to consider would be stuff like opening hours, peak times, PT's if you want one etc., mostly just how convenient the gym is for you.
>>42778119
Dude 20 a month seems really fucking cheap
Not all expensive gyms are worth the money, and sometimes the cheap ones are actually way better.
That being said, I would (and I actually do) easily pay 40-50 a month to go to a nice cosy gym that I like, with nice equipment, nice/inspiring people, good looking chicks w big asses wearing those yoga pants with thongs sewn on to the outside of the fabric IF all the 20$/month gyms in my area were shit. 20 bucks extra a month is not that much money if you have a decent job.
I have two gym memberships, one is an old pl/oly gym where all the regulars know each other, machines are old but ok, shitloads of barbells plates and lifting platforms. Music is chosen by gym attendees (this is a HUGE pro, really) and played on an aux cable through an old crappy stereo. About 15$/month
Other one is a crossfit/martial arts/"""functional"""/""""""military"""""" boot camp style/etc fancy ass place, lots of bunnies doing instagram meme ass workouts, roid bruhs, avg age prob <25. Kinda crowded during peak, and opening hours during weekends are total shit.
Lot of different activities (which I dont utilize), like yoga/pilates/martial arts/crossfit/etc classes.
Music is 75% total shit so I gotta wear headphones which kinda sucks because it raises your gymcel level by like, a lot. 50$/month
I could easily stick to the oldschool pl gym and save those 50 dollars a month but I like changing gyms, I really feel it accelerates my progress. Going to the same (maybe shitty) gym for years, same people, will sometimes make me feel mentally stuck in the same place. Plus I like the amount of ass
Tl; dr: If I had to choose between a 20$/month meh gym and a 50$/month super awesome (or just slightly awesomer, really) I would choose the 50$ one
>>42778669
Yeah maybe $20 is a bit cheap but again I'm a britbong so was just guessing really, but I don't think on average it would be much more than that. From what I've read on here a Planet Fitness membership is $10/mo, Gold's Gym membership from $17/mo.
Your other gym is pretty much what I meant by 'specialist training'. If the gym offers classes, especially MMA etc., I would expect the price to be a good bit higher.
Make sure you ask if they have a single club option. Most places offer multi club on the main membership price so you have to be clear you only want to pay for one club. Ask about yearly fees. Most gyms have them but most sales people don't mention it. Make sure you know if you're in a contract or not. Don't fall for the free personal training session upon joining.
>>42778070
Who is she?
Power cages. Plenty of them
Don't want to be paying 40+ a month to watch other people work out
A swimming pool is a plus. A hydrotherapy pool is also a plus. A sauna is another plus but not essential
>>42778070
Well, if she was trying to look smelly, mission accomplished.