I live in Nassau County, Long Island. I'm 33 - overweight, out of shape, and I'm sick & tired of feeling like crap all the time. It's time to do something about it. Can anyone recommend a good gym for someone who has never really been on an exercise/workout routine before?...a place that maybe has special programs for beginners? I've never belonged to a gym before - but I know that different gyms cater to different clienteles (I wouldn't want to join Powerhouse, for example). I want to be able to go somewhere where I'm comfortable and also have a good plan set-up for me so I know what I'm doing....have a focus. I have a free-month trial at Synergy - but I don't know if that would be the right gym for me - so if anyone has specific experience with that gym, please comment.
2006-09-21 06:10:38 · 5 answers · asked by captain2man 3 in Health ➔ Diet & Fitness
Good for you!!! There is no time like the present to get in shape and the benefits are overwhelming. Try Synergy for 3 months and see if you like it. If you do, then your problems are solved. If you don't, just being around fitness people might steer you to a better gym. I personally like the "Y" because I can travel all around and use different facilities. I live in the Midwest and the "Y'S" are good here....I don't know about New York. You're in the same boat I was in a few years ago. There was a gym by me offering a free trial membership and it was the best thing I could have done. Go for it!!!
2006-09-21 06:25:54 · answer #1 · answered by strong and soft 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I love LA Fitness on 110 in Farmingdale. There's another in New Hyde Park I believe. They are great for beginners and it is overall a really nice place. I'm sure you can get a free trial there as well. You should probably try and pick a place that is close to either your home or your work. If your gym is too far, you might use that as an excuse not to go... I know I do! Also, look for a gym that will not only give you a free trial, but will give you at least one free session with a personal trainer who can show you what to do and how to do it. Try not to get into any long term commitments with money. LA Fitness is a pay by the month gym and will freeze your account if you can't make it for a few months (or more) in a row.
2006-09-21 20:33:22 · answer #2 · answered by Jen 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I personally like 24 Hour Fitness. Find out if they have a "Sport" gym in your area (as opposed to the regular 24-Hr Fitness), it would most likely have a swimming pool and some other cool amenities. Ask them about trainers and stuff to get you started. Also, if you sign up as a VIP member ($15 extra per month), you can bring a guest every time.
2006-09-21 13:16:58 · answer #3 · answered by Heidi 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
NY Sports club is good and cheap, about $65 per month, almost 1/2 the cost of similar places around me.
2006-09-21 14:35:27 · answer #4 · answered by WheeeeWhaaaaa 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2006-09-21 13:12:25 · answer #5 · answered by Melosh 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋