Summer Workout Dilemma
abbeyjones1994
Posts: 188 Member
Hi, all!
I am back after a long hiatus and have been logging for a week. I am trying to get back into physical activity as well. I am lucky enough (?) to still be in grad school, meaning I have access to a really awesome campus rec center for fairly cheap (and I have to pay for it anyway--yay mandatory fees!). However, I talked to a friend of mine who I go go to school with, and she mentioned that the fee for the rec center is not prorated for the summer. I would have to pay an additional $80 flat fee for June, July, and the first half of August to use the center.
I had intended on just using the Planet Fitness or Anytime Fitness in my town for the next few months, because $10 a month is so much better compared to $80 flat fee, right? I'm glad I did my research and saw that there are annual fees attached to that as well. I think it'd be about $60 total for either of those options.
I also considered just doing stuff at home or outside, but variables like space and weather make me nervous for those options.
All that being said, I was curious as to peoples' opinions on what would make the most sense for the next few months. Luckily this is temporary, and I'll be back in the campus center in late August, but I truly want to know what people think would be the best alternative for now.
I am back after a long hiatus and have been logging for a week. I am trying to get back into physical activity as well. I am lucky enough (?) to still be in grad school, meaning I have access to a really awesome campus rec center for fairly cheap (and I have to pay for it anyway--yay mandatory fees!). However, I talked to a friend of mine who I go go to school with, and she mentioned that the fee for the rec center is not prorated for the summer. I would have to pay an additional $80 flat fee for June, July, and the first half of August to use the center.
I had intended on just using the Planet Fitness or Anytime Fitness in my town for the next few months, because $10 a month is so much better compared to $80 flat fee, right? I'm glad I did my research and saw that there are annual fees attached to that as well. I think it'd be about $60 total for either of those options.
I also considered just doing stuff at home or outside, but variables like space and weather make me nervous for those options.
All that being said, I was curious as to peoples' opinions on what would make the most sense for the next few months. Luckily this is temporary, and I'll be back in the campus center in late August, but I truly want to know what people think would be the best alternative for now.
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So it's $80 vs $30 for the rec ctr? I actually don't think that $80 is bad for the summer. It's really dependent on how often you go and the equipment you need though. If you are not going to use the equipment or facilities (e.g., indoor track, etc.) I'd get the PF membership.1
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So it's $80 vs $30 for the rec ctr? I actually don't think that $80 is bad for the summer. It's really dependent on how often you go and the equipment you need though. If you are not going to use the equipment or facilities (e.g., indoor track, etc.) I'd get the PF membership.
I generally just use either treadmill or elliptical when I go, if that makes a difference.0 -
" I would have to pay an additional $80 flat fee for June, July, and the first half of August to use the center."
"I had intended on just using the Planet Fitness or Anytime Fitness in my town for the next few months, because $10 a month is so much better compared to $80 flat fee, right? I'm glad I did my research and saw that there are annual fees attached to that as well. I think it'd be about $60 total for either of those options."
Just to get a full understanding: Is your school in your town, or is it easy to get to your school's center from your town or wherever you are spending the summer; Would the Planet Fitness/Anytime Fitness $30 or $60 for the summer; Do any of the alternate gyms, Planet Fitness/Anytime Fitness have a recurring membership fee that would have to be cancelled?
To my mind a $50 difference is a difference to consider provided there is no membership to cancel (these can get sticky) If you are summering near your school, or at a distance must be considered. A $20 difference is of little, or no, moment and pick the most convenient option.1 -
@pondee629 yeah, sorry for the confusion. I live ~15 minutes from all three options. The alternate gyms have a membership fee of about $40 each. Which is a little ridiculous the more I think about it if I'll only be using it for 2ish months. And getting used to a new place, yada yada...it's probably most convenient to just do the school rec center.
I think I just needed to put it all on paper (or virtual paper)! Thanks for your help.0 -
If you're just using it for elliptical/dreadmill, find a track or a trail or a safe neighborhood road.7
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abbeyjones1994 wrote: »So it's $80 vs $30 for the rec ctr? I actually don't think that $80 is bad for the summer. It's really dependent on how often you go and the equipment you need though. If you are not going to use the equipment or facilities (e.g., indoor track, etc.) I'd get the PF membership.
I generally just use either treadmill or elliptical when I go, if that makes a difference.
In that case I'd walk outside or ride a bike at home. If you absolutely cannot do that, I'd go with the cheaper option.2 -
Personally, I'm a creature of habit, so I like to stick with what I know. If you're used to using the campus rec center and it's convenient and you know you'll use it, than the difference of $80 vs. $60 isn't that significant, to me, and I'd just pay the $80 and keep on keeping on.5
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Can you work out at home? I do most of my exercises with videos and only need the gym for weight lifting.0
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JeepHair77 wrote: »Personally, I'm a creature of habit, so I like to stick with what I know. If you're used to using the campus rec center and it's convenient and you know you'll use it, than the difference of $80 vs. $60 isn't that significant, to me, and I'd just pay the $80 and keep on keeping on.
This is a really good point. The rec center is amazing here and I've been using it for almost 5 years so I know it super well. I'll be really sad when I don't get a gym membership for $70/academic year anymore. Just have to keep getting degrees I guess...0 -
Thank you for your replies, everyone! All good suggestions. I think I'll try using a mix of outside stuff and pay for the rec center. It really is worth it.
Edited because I didn't form a coherent sentence the first time0 -
abbeyjones1994 wrote: »So it's $80 vs $30 for the rec ctr? I actually don't think that $80 is bad for the summer. It's really dependent on how often you go and the equipment you need though. If you are not going to use the equipment or facilities (e.g., indoor track, etc.) I'd get the PF membership.
I generally just use either treadmill or elliptical when I go, if that makes a difference.
For the love of all that is holy, WHY?!!. Pavement & trails are free (and don't suck all joy out of running).0 -
abbeyjones1994 wrote: »So it's $80 vs $30 for the rec ctr? I actually don't think that $80 is bad for the summer. It's really dependent on how often you go and the equipment you need though. If you are not going to use the equipment or facilities (e.g., indoor track, etc.) I'd get the PF membership.
I generally just use either treadmill or elliptical when I go, if that makes a difference.
For the love of all that is holy, WHY?!!. Pavement & trails are free (and don't suck all joy out of running).
A 4 minute warm-up on the hampster wheel before lifting is already torture enough.0 -
DancingMoosie wrote: »Can you work out at home? I do most of my exercises with videos and only need the gym for weight lifting.
This^
There are a ton of videos on YouTube, especially if you aren't interested in weights. Jessica Smith TV is my go to.1 -
abbeyjones1994 wrote: »So it's $80 vs $30 for the rec ctr? I actually don't think that $80 is bad for the summer. It's really dependent on how often you go and the equipment you need though. If you are not going to use the equipment or facilities (e.g., indoor track, etc.) I'd get the PF membership.
I generally just use either treadmill or elliptical when I go, if that makes a difference.
For the love of all that is holy, WHY?!!. Pavement & trails are free (and don't suck all joy out of running).
During the school year, when the rec center fee is one of the additional fees I have to pay anyway, I might as well use it. I agree to a point during the summer. There are trails by my house I utilize when it's nice out (i.e. below 75 degrees and not raining). I was just curious if people thought using the rec center over the summer was worth the additional $80.0 -
why would you pay to use something that is essentially free otherwise?
If you aren't using the rec center for anything other than cardio- then do your cardio outside and save your money for a personal training lesson on how to lift weights.2 -
abbeyjones1994 wrote: »abbeyjones1994 wrote: »So it's $80 vs $30 for the rec ctr? I actually don't think that $80 is bad for the summer. It's really dependent on how often you go and the equipment you need though. If you are not going to use the equipment or facilities (e.g., indoor track, etc.) I'd get the PF membership.
I generally just use either treadmill or elliptical when I go, if that makes a difference.
For the love of all that is holy, WHY?!!. Pavement & trails are free (and don't suck all joy out of running).
During the school year, when the rec center fee is one of the additional fees I have to pay anyway, I might as well use it. I agree to a point during the summer. There are trails by my house I utilize when it's nice out (i.e. below 75 degrees and not raining). I was just curious if people thought using the rec center over the summer was worth the additional $80.
I definitely think it's a waste of money if only utilizing the hampster wheels. So many infinitely more enjoyable ways to get cardio in. Also- do they have lower priced options for less than full access? For instance, my nearby university sells a pass for $5/mo for the indoor track (1/6 mile and you can add in stairs every loop when you pass through the auditorium) - it would cost full price (discounted some as alumni) to get access to the weight room/spinning gym/pool/etc.0 -
Although if you do decide to start weight training (or even spinning or aerobic classes if you enjoy it and they have those), then a flat $80/3 months would not be a bad deal.0
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abbeyjones1994 wrote: »abbeyjones1994 wrote: »So it's $80 vs $30 for the rec ctr? I actually don't think that $80 is bad for the summer. It's really dependent on how often you go and the equipment you need though. If you are not going to use the equipment or facilities (e.g., indoor track, etc.) I'd get the PF membership.
I generally just use either treadmill or elliptical when I go, if that makes a difference.
For the love of all that is holy, WHY?!!. Pavement & trails are free (and don't suck all joy out of running).
During the school year, when the rec center fee is one of the additional fees I have to pay anyway, I might as well use it. I agree to a point during the summer. There are trails by my house I utilize when it's nice out (i.e. below 75 degrees and not raining). I was just curious if people thought using the rec center over the summer was worth the additional $80.
I definitely think it's a waste of money if only utilizing the hampster wheels. So many infinitely more enjoyable ways to get cardio in. Also- do they have lower priced options for less than full access? For instance, my nearby university sells a pass for $5/mo for the indoor track (1/6 mile and you can add in stairs every loop when you pass through the auditorium) - it would cost full price (discounted some as alumni) to get access to the weight room/spinning gym/pool/etc.
People will do what works for them, and it might not always be what works for YOU, and that doesn't make it a waste of money.
I don't know where the OP lives, but the "hamster wheels" are sometimes the very best option in the summer when people live in hot and/or humid climates.5 -
abbeyjones1994 wrote: »So it's $80 vs $30 for the rec ctr? I actually don't think that $80 is bad for the summer. It's really dependent on how often you go and the equipment you need though. If you are not going to use the equipment or facilities (e.g., indoor track, etc.) I'd get the PF membership.
I generally just use either treadmill or elliptical when I go, if that makes a difference.
For the love of all that is holy, WHY?!!. Pavement & trails are free (and don't suck all joy out of running).
Because everyone is different?0 -
abbeyjones1994 wrote: »abbeyjones1994 wrote: »So it's $80 vs $30 for the rec ctr? I actually don't think that $80 is bad for the summer. It's really dependent on how often you go and the equipment you need though. If you are not going to use the equipment or facilities (e.g., indoor track, etc.) I'd get the PF membership.
I generally just use either treadmill or elliptical when I go, if that makes a difference.
For the love of all that is holy, WHY?!!. Pavement & trails are free (and don't suck all joy out of running).
During the school year, when the rec center fee is one of the additional fees I have to pay anyway, I might as well use it. I agree to a point during the summer. There are trails by my house I utilize when it's nice out (i.e. below 75 degrees and not raining). I was just curious if people thought using the rec center over the summer was worth the additional $80.
I definitely think it's a waste of money if only utilizing the hampster wheels. So many infinitely more enjoyable ways to get cardio in. Also- do they have lower priced options for less than full access? For instance, my nearby university sells a pass for $5/mo for the indoor track (1/6 mile and you can add in stairs every loop when you pass through the auditorium) - it would cost full price (discounted some as alumni) to get access to the weight room/spinning gym/pool/etc.
Unfortunately, no. It's the same thing as the on campus walk in clinic. Even if I don't go to the doctor on campus at all during the year, I still pay the health fee. Same with the rec center. It's also I think $6 a day for a day pass? I think.0 -
Exercise outside for free. Weather shouldn't be a problem in the summer.0
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Does no one else have issues with 90-plus temps?? Am I the only one who can't just suck it up and power through?2
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You can also walk indoors but not on a treadmill if weather is a concern. I'm sure you have heard of mall walkers.
There are also step based workout videos. Walk- at-home with Leslie Sansone. Jessica Smith has some walking workouts as well. Check out you tube for free workout videos of all sorts.0 -
Thank you everyone! I do have a heart defect which makes me a little nervous about excessive heat (thanks @clicketykeys for bringing a similar point up) but I appreciate the recommendations for alternative activities that are free!0
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clicketykeys wrote: »Does no one else have issues with 90-plus temps?? Am I the only one who can't just suck it up and power through?
No. Heat stress is a real thing and people don't tolerate it the same. It has nothing to do with "being tough" or "sucking it up". Some people don't have the knowledge, experience, or empathy to see beyond their own noses.1 -
NorthCascades wrote: »Exercise outside for free. Weather shouldn't be a problem in the summer.
It all depends where one lives. Today was 113F in my neck of the woods with temperatures increasing daily and hitting probably 120F by next Wed. So I guess that summer weather could be a problem for exercising outside.1 -
NorthCascades wrote: »Exercise outside for free. Weather shouldn't be a problem in the summer.
It all depends where one lives. Today was 113F in my neck of the woods with temperatures increasing daily and hitting probably 120F by next Wed. So I guess that summer weather could be a problem for exercising outside.
having lived in the high desert- planning workouts and out door chores around the heat of the day are important.
Honestly given that it's only a few months- to me saving the money for something else seems a bigger priority- but I'm more mustachian about such things than others.
If she's doing cardio in the summer- and wants to do it outside- then avoiding 1 PM is obviously the answer- that means you have to get up at 5 or 6 and get it done- I was in Austin in August for a dance certification- I happened to be doing also training for a half marathon- guess what- I had to get up at 5 AM and go run 9 miles before it go to f**king hot to run. Because that's when you can do that.
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