I never understood why people joined gyms. I belonged to one in my 20s, but that was for social reasons and a total waste of money. I spent more time “socializing” then working out. Something does not seem right about having to pay to hang out with others.
When I finally got serious about working out and getting fit, I was in my middle 40’s. There was no way I could justify the cost of a gym, both in the recurring fee to be a member and in the added time needed to travel back and forth to the gym and to wait for others to finish with the equipment. The burden was not worth it.
I do not like spending money unless I have total control over the purchase. If I joined a gym, there would be parameters for when I could work out, what equipment is available to use, how long I could use the equipment, and how well others cleaned up after themselves. Its my workout, I should set the parameters.
The only rational thing to do was to buy my equipment. I saved up my money and bought a Rogue Monster Lite Rig, a barbell, a bench, a set of weights, and a pair of Power Block adjustable dumbbells. Over time, I added more equipment, including some kettlebells and an indoor bike.
In the few years that I have owned the equipment, I have spent less money on the equipment than I would have on a gym membership. During the pandemic, I worked out on my terms and avoided the COVID-15 (See the previous blog “Say No to the COVID-15” posted on 5/5/20). I can even work out with my family when they want to. I enjoy having a gym where I set the rules, the tempo, and the attitude.
With my gym, I will never be a victim of circumstances that prevent me from a workout. Having my gym is one of the best investments I have ever made. I strongly suggest that you sit down, work out the numbers, save the money, and make the investment. One word of advice, buy the best equipment that you can afford. It is well worth it. Oh yeah, and don’t forget to wipe down the equipment. No one likes sweaty messes in my gym.
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