Joining a gym can be a great way to kickstart your fitness routine. To maximize the value of your gym membership, it helps to have an efficient workout routine. Whether you can’t find the time, don’t know how to use the machines, or are simply feeling intimidated, there are ways to make your experience at the gym more enjoyable.

Signing up for a gym membership can be pretty exciting, but will you be able to keep a consistent workout schedule as dinners and happy hours come up? A simple solution to staying invested is finding a gym that’s a perfect match for you. Tivity Health™ outlines four questions to ask yourself before signing on the dotted line.

It’s cold, you’re busy, and the focus is on food and family, not working out. Don’t let the holidays set back your fitness goals. With a little discipline and determination, you can stay on track and enjoy your traditions and time off. Try these tips:

If you’ve ever felt intimidated by gyms, you may want to take another look. You might be surprised about what your local gym has to offer. Most big gyms today are far more inclusive and seek to provide a welcoming atmosphere for everyone. No matter your fitness level, you’re likely to find something that matches your comfort level and interests.

Are gym anxieties holding you back from pursuing your fitness goals? Whether you’re a fitness veteran trying out an unfamiliar facility or a newbie venturing into a gym for the very first time, those initial jitters can be quite common. But don't let them stand in your way.

So you’ve finally decided to take the leap and join a gym. Congratulations, you’ve taken an important step to living a healthier life! Joining a gym can be exciting and intimidating so here are a few tips from the Active&Fit Direct^TM program to keep in mind when you hit the gym for the first time:

Having trouble sticking with that ambitious New Year’s resolution to work out more? Unrealistic expectations might be the culprit. When we’re not making progress as quickly as we hoped, it’s hard to stay motivated.

When you think of strength training, you might picture a traditional gym. However, if a gym membership is not in your budget, you can still achieve a great workout from home with affordable, even free equipment.

Was your New Year’s resolution to work out more? Are you now feeling a little intimidated by it? There’s no reason to be! Follow these steps from GlobalFit and you’ll keep up with your New Year’s goals all year long.

The New Year is the perfect time to establish healthy habits, which is why so many people make resolutions. Often, people quickly give up on these goals – studies show that up to 80 percent have given up by mid-February.

Theme parks for health? This might not be your first association given all the tempting goodies, the crowds of people, and the endless thrills. However, most people don’t even realize that hustling from attraction to attraction can add 10+ miles of walking, speed walking, running or stroller pushing per day¹.