Frugal Workouts Affordable Exercise AARP The Magazine
Frugal Workouts, Affordable Exercise - AARP The Magazine
Get deals on equipment Troll or the classifieds for bargains. Elastic bands add resistance without subtracting dough: they’re less than $15 new. Form a workout club Get together with two friends and work out to a DVD. If you each buy one, you’ll have three different workouts to rotate.
Scale some steps Miss the StairMaster at your old gym? Make like Rocky and climb real steps—at a normal pace, you’ll burn about 400 calories an hour.
Walk and talk While you may not walk quite as fast with a friend as you would by yourself, you’re likely to walk farther. Catch a class on TV Some popular, frequently broadcast exercise shows: Sit and Be Fit, Wai Lana Yoga, and Classical Stretch: The Esmonde Technique. See for schedules in your area. Cancel You are leaving AARP.org and going to the website of our trusted provider. The provider’s terms, conditions and policies apply. Please return to AARP.org to learn more about other benefits. Your email address is now confirmed. You'll start receiving the latest news, benefits, events, and programs related to AARP's mission to empower people to choose how they live as they age. You can also by updating your account at anytime. You will be asked to register or log in. Cancel Offer Details Disclosures
Frugal Workouts
Good health is priceless but exercise doesn' t have to cost you an arm and a leg
Feeling the pinch of a sagging economy? Then you’re probably taking a hard look at monthly expenses, such as gym fees. But you don’t have to give up exercise completely. Fitness can be low-cost, even free.Save On Dues
Look for a no-frills gym has cardio and weight-training equipment but no classes. The fee: as little as $99 a year. Ask for a discount—and keep asking Most (IHRSA) clubs offer price reductions several times each year. You may also be eligible for group discounts through your work, school, or association memberships, so be sure to ask. Seek low-cost classes Great sources for affordable exercise groups: the , which has reduced rates for those who qualify; a community center or house of worship; or your public pool.Work Out At Home
Repurpose your bicycle For cut-rate cardio, put your bike’s rear wheel on a training stand and create a stationary bike. Recently on eBay, a used stand went for $43. Garden, rake, or mow the lawn A handy activity calculator at gives the calorie burn for a number of everyday tasks. If you’re raking or digging, remember to switch sides to get an even workout. Barter for training sessions Have a friend who’s a personal trainer? Think about what you can offer in exchange for working out together: anything from building a bookcase to catering a meal to doing your trainer’s taxes.Get deals on equipment Troll or the classifieds for bargains. Elastic bands add resistance without subtracting dough: they’re less than $15 new. Form a workout club Get together with two friends and work out to a DVD. If you each buy one, you’ll have three different workouts to rotate.
Scale some steps Miss the StairMaster at your old gym? Make like Rocky and climb real steps—at a normal pace, you’ll burn about 400 calories an hour.
Walk and talk While you may not walk quite as fast with a friend as you would by yourself, you’re likely to walk farther. Catch a class on TV Some popular, frequently broadcast exercise shows: Sit and Be Fit, Wai Lana Yoga, and Classical Stretch: The Esmonde Technique. See for schedules in your area. Cancel You are leaving AARP.org and going to the website of our trusted provider. The provider’s terms, conditions and policies apply. Please return to AARP.org to learn more about other benefits. Your email address is now confirmed. You'll start receiving the latest news, benefits, events, and programs related to AARP's mission to empower people to choose how they live as they age. You can also by updating your account at anytime. You will be asked to register or log in. Cancel Offer Details Disclosures