Staying in shape is an important part of living life.
Exercising can improve the body and its strength, help prevent health issues and push the body to its limits. Finding a good place to work out also increases the enjoyment of getting exercise, especially if i becomes regular.
But, where to work out?
Out of 75 students who participated in a poll posted by @rcrockmedia on Instagram, 21 students said they go to Chuze, five said they go to Planet Fitness, 24 said they go to Southridge Rec Center, 20 said they go to 24 Hour Fitness and five said they go to Orangetheory.
1. Chuze
As the website says, “Your yogacyclingzumbabootcampabs class is waiting.” Memberships start at $15.99 per month, although a free seven-day pass is also offered.
The closest location to the school is at 9449 S. University Blvd. Highlands Ranch, CO 80126. On the website, students can find an activity schedule with healthy exercise opportunities for this Chuze location.
2. Planet Fitness
Planet Fitness’s main goal is to make everyone feel accepted and respected, calling it their “Judgement Free Zone.” Their memberships start at $10 a month.
Their closest location to the school is at 9579 S University Blvd, Highlands Ranch, CO 80126-8106. Click HERE for more information.
3. Southridge Rec Center
The newest of the four Highlands Ranch Rec centers, they offer memberships for $8 per card. The closest location is 4800 McArthur Ranch Rd, Highlands Ranch, CO 80130.
Since this gym is in a rec center, there’s also a swimming pool, basketball court, and many more activities to get your fitness on. Click HERE for more information.
4. 24 Hour Fitness
Yes, the name is true–from Tuesday to Thursday. For the many night owls at our school, this gym might be the perfect place to workout late at night, or super early in the morning.
Memberships start at $14.99 a month, with the closest location being 6830 E. County Line Rd. Highlands Ranch, CO 80126. Click HERE for more information.
5. Orangetheory
As a heart rate and strength training workout space that delivers a more personalized experience in a group setting, this gym will give you a much more guided experience, where trainers can help students complete their own specific goals in the best way possible.
Their memberships start at $79.99 a month. Their closest location to the school is 9559 S. University Boulevard, Units 101-102 Highlands Ranch, CO 80126. Click HERE for more information
Staying consistent in working out is a long process, and there will often be up and down days, but the more commitment to exercising a few times a week, the more it becomes a habit.