What do you see in your future this brave new year? Perhaps you’re the superstitious type, and consulted your horoscope or your friendly neighbourhood seer for a glimpse into the murky mists ahead. Or maybe you don’t believe in all that and you’ve decided to just wait and see. Either way, chances are you’d like 2011 to herald a healthier and fitter you.

More people join gyms in January than at any other time of the year, and they’ve got the right idea. Unfortunately not everyone manages to stay the course, but those who do, manage to turn a well-intentioned resolution into a healthy lifestyle. So here’s a look at why you should decide to make this year the Year of the Gym.

Class action

Zumba. Bodyattack. Jazzercise. These aren’t last year’s best-selling console games, but a few examples of some of the weird and wonderful fitness classes on offer. If you’re the artistic type, you could take a dance class and shed the pounds to the tune of infectious music. Or perhaps you’d rather tap into your inner zen after a busy day at the office, with a spot of yoga or pilates to stretch you to the core. And if you really mean business, intense classes like spinning, boxercise and circuits will satisfy even the most hardened of fitness junkies. Whatever you choose, make sure you go in at a level that you’re comfortable with, and you might find yourself shooting to the top of the class in no time.

This time, it’s Personal

Just mention the phrase ‘personal trainer’ and some people start to get nervous. Images of an obscenely bulky leotard-clad monster barking relentless orders might well spring to mind. Of course, you could probably find someone like that if you wanted to, but most people go for the more personable personal trainers, which are by far more common than the barkers. Working with a fitness expert to create a plan that fulfils your personal needs, with added encouragement and support along the way, is often a potent recipe for fitness success.

Perk up

You’d be hard pressed to find a gym that didn’t contain at least a few treadmills, a row of free weights, and the obligatory cross-trainer. But when it comes to choosing where to get membership, make your money go further by opting for a health centre that offers more than just the basics. A world-class swimming pool might be the deciding factor, or maybe you’d like a centre with excellent facilities for racket sports. Some gyms even offer a range of health and beauty treatments, ranging from massage to tanning. Whatever you decide to go for, choosing a centre with a great range of perks for members might just mean the difference between a short burst of energy and a long-term motivation to reach your health and fitness goals.

Author Bio: Contacts Glenn Tucker Esporta Health Club and Gym About the Author Esporta health club and Gym – Whether you are looking to get fit and lose weight in the gym, relax and unwind with your family, treat yourself to a Spa Day or meet and socialise with like minded people then Esporta have the facilities to match

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