A new year brings new fitness goals, and maybe this has you looking for a new gym. Here’s a few tips from local fitness professionals on finding your new fitness home.
Written by Kristi Mayo
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that’s close to work, Billings suggested a location closer to home might be a better bet. “What if you decide to work from home?” she asked. “Or what if you can’t take time off for lunch? Will you be able to use it every day?” Choose a location that sets you up for success and eliminates excuses. Get results. Look for a gym that has a proven track record of meeting its members’ goals, as well as a culture of encouragement. “Make sure they are getting results for their members,” said Rodney Steven II, owner and president of 2
Genesis Health Clubs, which has 12 locations in the Kansas City area. “Are their personal trainers knowledgeable? Do they have the best group of exercise instructors? It’s important to find a health club that really cares about your results and will fight to help you achieve them.” Billings added that at her gym, “we’re sticklers for accountability.” If a member doesn’t show up for a while, they can expect to hear from Billings. “If we haven’t seen a member in a week, we call them out,” she said. “It’s important to find a place with that kind of personal service and accountability.”
Location, Location, Location. In order to create a successful workout routine, you need to be sure you actually work out. “You are more likely to use the gym if it’s nearby,” said Heather Billings, owner/operator of 9Round in Kearney, Mo. When are you most likely to work out? “Know when you’re going to go—during your lunch hour, or before or after work,” offered Nicole Kube, a personal trainer at TheGYMkc with three locations in Kansas City. “Make sure it’s convenient.” While many people choose a gym
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