Are you a jogger? I'm not really...in fact it's tough on my knees, but I get bored running on the treadmill or spending time on the elliptical.
Luckily, my apartment community has a TV right in front of the machines so it can somewhat keep me captivated during my sweat routine. You should definitely find a way to keep yourself captivated by whatever you need to in order to keep using your apartment fitness center.
If you apartment community has a fitness center...USE IT. That's what it is there for. Here are a few reasons why:
1. Convenience- It's close, easy to get to, and convenient. When you are through working out, you don't have to share a locker room or shower. You just walk back to your place and get fixed up in the comfort of your own apartment.
2. CHEAP- In most cases, it's included in your rent. Save yourself the money of going to a neighborhood gym that runs a monthly charge. Use the free one....seems obvious to me.
3. People- It's a great place to meet your neighbors. Don't be shy. Ask for a spot!
4. No Meatheads- Most apartment fitness centers don't have the meatheads that can be so annoying at a big gym. They try so hard to impress as many people as possible that they will skip on the apartment fitness center to go somewhere and be seen. Plus...that means on the way, they can do something really classy like drive without their shirt.
5. No Pollution- It's proven that working out or jogging outside in a city/urban environment is not as good for you as working out inside is. You are subject to a number of pollutants that can actually damage your lungs and cause them to become inflamed. By doing this, you will do less work and your body will feel like you did...resulting in a poorer workout. Plus...outside you have the danger risk of being hit by a car or struck by lighting .
So the answer is clear to me. If you have an option of the apartment community's fitness center...beat the outdoor head and the third party gyms and USE IT! And use it well.
If you are really hard core, use the money that you saved not getting a gym membership, by picking up a fitness expert to give you some good tips and help get you in shape.
