Fitness Plan Fit for the Credit Crunch

Posted 19 February 2009

If you're looking for a fitness plan that won't break the bank, there are ways you can stay financially and physically in shape.

A fitness plan can be a big financial commitment. The cost of gym membership is staggeringly high in the short and long term. All too often people join in January fired up to get fit, but find they give up after a month or so, left paying the monthly fee for little or no return. A fitness plan that works for you financially and physically however, needn't cost the earth - in fact, a good pair of trainers, walking shoes and loose gym clothes is all the investment you need.

Fitness Plan - Accessible and Affordable

If you desperately feel the need for structure, motivation and drive - the kind of things a personal trainer will offer in a fitness plan - you can even get these cheaply. One of the biggest trends predicted for 2009 is internet sites working in the same way as virtual physical fitness trainers. A virtual fitness plan is an affordable, accessible, easy and sustainable approach to achieving a realistic fitness plan incorporated into your day-to-day routine. Such online fitness plans offer flexibility and handy fitness programmes from walking regimes, running schedules and toning programmes achievable in your own front room - simply by using furniture or investing in a Swiss Ball.

Fitness Plan - Get Yourself and Your Finances in Shape

If you want a fitness plan that actually works, realistic and achievable walking, running or toning programmes that can be built into your routine and daily life are certainly more sustainable. It's estimated more people will be turning their backs on gyms for their fitness plans - in 2008, gym membership dropped by 21% in America, and fewer people hired personal trainers. Yet the desire for an effective fitness plan is the same. You can still stay in shape, lose weight, tone up and improve your fitness with an almost free fitness plan. Walking, jogging and running are available activities open to anyone - you can download a running programme for instance based on your fitness levels. If you are really committed, consider signing up to a half marathon or charity run to give yourself a goal, helping you stick to your fitness plan and training regime.
If you want a gentle fitness plan, try walking. Fitness experts say walking not only costs nothing, it improves your posture and helps in weight loss. A survey by health charity Mind also found a fitness plan built around walking will also lift your spirits - 90% of people surveyed said they felt an increase in their self esteem after going for a walk.

Looking for an Affordable Fitness Plan? Fitbug Can Help

Fitbug offers flexible activity programmes online, allowing you to do what you can, when you can - and a little bit more when you have the time. For those that find they need a little more structure to keep them on the straight and narrow, Fitbug offers a series of handy programmes, including walking programmes, running programmes and toning programmes, that can get great results in your own front room just by using furniture. Simply choose the programme that suits your level and make time to follow it. Find out more, get in touch: 0870 228 4949.