Healthy Home Newsletter April 2018 - Volume XVl, Issue 4 | Page 2

Healthy Talk Get Inspired Walk (Don’t Run) To A Gym Near You Local vs. national chains: Local gyms reportedly work harder to retain your membership because they don’t rely on high volume and low-fee sales. They also don’t subject you to confusing promos, long-term deals, and the big discrepancies in membership costs. The advantage of national and regional gyms is their multiple locations, their often cheaper membership dues and wider variety of equipment.   Outstanding Client Of The Month ! Tim Donohue Thank you for being a great Client  Every month I choose a very special Client of the Month. It’s my way of acknowledging loyal clients and saying a big “Thank you!” to those who support me and my business with referrals and repeat business…You could be my next Client of the Month! See Insert This Issue… See Insert   Convenience: Regardless of the cost of membership, joining a gym is an expensive outlay if you don’t go. So make sure you choose one that’s close to home or work and has what you’re looking for in terms of amenities and programs. Vibe factor: When you tour a gym, get a sense of how you feel about it. If you’re intimidated by a busy gym crowded with buff bodies, a large club may not be for you. Get the timing down: During the last few days of the month, many gyms come up with various specials to increase membership. Spring is often a good time to find deals: More people head outdoors for exercise, which translates into a slowdown at health clubs. Consider the amenities: Don’t pay for what you probably won’t use. If you don’t swim, stay away from gyms with pools. If you don’t have children, don’t let a gym that provides childcare hit you up with higher dues that include childcare amenities. Beware: Many gyms offer two or more free training sessions when you join. But many health experts say that just a few sessions with a personal trainer won’t translate into an individualized workout. To reap benefits from a trainer, you’ll have to spend more than just a few workouts (nothing against personal training [it can be great] – just be prepared to put out more money if you choose to go that route). Put a smile on your face with our “allergy season special”! Quotes for April… “If pleasures are greatest in anticipation, just remember that this is also true of troubles.” - Elbert Hubbard “Television is an invention that permits you to be entertained in your living room by people you wouldn’t have in your home.” – David Frost December, and nobody asked if I was ready.” –Sarah Kay, poet