If you are thinking about freezing or canceling your gym membership for the latter part of spring and through summer, stop right there. Keep reading to see why it is in your best interest to keep that membership and fitness regimen in full swing. Environmental controlIf you can't take the heat...well, neither can we... let's not "can't take the heat together"According to the New York Post and Farmer's Almanac, all of our wishes for the brutal cold to be long gonewill unfortunately be answered, with an attitude problem. That is correct, the heat this summer will be oppressive and unbearable. If you plan to fight it, good luck. If you plan to wake up early and beat it, no chance. Even in the early hours of 7 or 8 AM the humidity alone may be too much to take for long cardiovascular based workouts. Why do we love the gym in the spring and summer? Well, among other reasons, there's air conditioning. That alone could seal the deal, not to mention water fountains, fans, and great looking people working out next to you. Humidity and traffic exhaust vs. clean crisp breathable air, it's as easy as surf and turf vs. lunch meat sandwiches. Lobster and steak, anyone?Space, glorious space!The squat rack is open.We all can stop gossiping about that one person who does 14 sets on the leg press and text messages his girlfriend in-between each set. No need, now there are lots of stations open and awaiting your arrival! Finally, you can navigate your workout routine with ease, that is summer for you! Breathing room, elbow room, and better results!Double UpIndoor and outdoor navigatorsIf there is a beautiful day out there to workout, great! Hit the outdoors, but make your way back to the gym. Or perhaps a gym sandwich... run to the gym, strength train/circuit train, and then run home from the gym. Now that is a perfect combo. If you do not live within walking or running distance to your gym, plan to do a mini workout outside close to the gym (weather permitting), then go back inside to cool down, do some core moves and stretch.Mud runs, Colors runs, 5K training, Sprint TriathlonsYou scream, I scream, we all scream for... crazy insane adventure runs! With obstacles!If you are looking for a new adventure this summer, sign up for a fun adventure run with your friends! Never tried a 5K? Now is your chance. However, if you are going to go on this new adventurous journey, you are going to need the gym to help get you there! Climbing over a wall... barreling through obstacles... now that is going to require some serious strength.Looks like its time to turn up the heat... in the controlled, air conditioned, beautiful gym! Here we go...Tags: Personal TrainingShopping for a GymGym EtiquetteWeight LossGoals
