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How to Get Fit for Free

If you’d love to get fit but don’t have any funds just now to join a gym or buy the latest fitness equipment, don’t despair - you can still get fit without spending money at all.

• Socialize over exercise. Although not exactly free, it’s often cheaper (and therefore free in a way) than meeting a friend for a coffee or a meal. Why not meet up and go swimming or ice skating instead? Or take a class together such as belly dancing or tai-chi?
• Take advantage of Student Gyms. Many schools have excellent recreation facilities, and since these types of gyms are typically funded by student fees, you may have an automatic membership once you enroll and pay these fees - take advantage of it!
• Ask around. Some local authorities offer free classes and program to help promote health in the local community. Try one!
• Take advantage of open days at local gyms - as long as you’re strong willed enough (or poor enough) to avoid signing up for membership.
• Scour the web. You will often get a free selection of exercises of every type at membership sites which provide online fitness guidance. You could build up a whole routine with a little searching. Also check out government advice. Though the information is generally targeted at beginners, you might find a suitable routine.
• Watch TV. You’ll find many exercise programs on TV these days - find a few that suit your schedule in the listings - or record for later use. If you can’t find any exercise programs, learn How to Exercise While Watching TV!
• Exercise for a good cause. Charities often use fun activities (and sometimes really tough ones) as fund-raisers. Although it normally costs money to join, you may be able persuade a whole lot of people to sponsor you and cover your entry fee for a good cause. Plus, there’s added motivation, since you don’t want to let down the people or cause that you’re helping.
• Look for Freebies. If you ask or keep an eye out, you may find exercise equipment or a set of weights that someone is glad to get rid of. You may find people buy things with high hopes and then the the equipment lies around gathering dust, ready for you to happily take it off their hands.
• Become an Opportunist. Find opportunities for exercise throughout your day. Use the stairs instead of the elevator Park a little further away than you normally would. Stretch at your desk. Hold your tummy in when waiting in line. It all counts.

Do whatever you can to be more active wherever you are. It costs nothing.

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