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There are so many gyms out there \u2013 how can you find the perfect match? Our 9 compatibility questions will help you find your best gym!<\/p>\n
Finding a great gym is a bit like dating. You know what you want, what you need, and what\u2019s a deal-breaker for you. And you\u2019re convinced the perfect one is out there\u2026but sometimes you wonder if you\u2019ll ever find each other.<\/p>\n
And just like a great partner, a good gym will have a positive impact on your wellbeing and happiness. It will help you reach your fitness goals<\/a>, sure, but can also be the place you grow in confidence, learn new skills, and make new friends.<\/p>\n With so many gyms and fitness facilities in your local area, you need to know how to narrow them down so you can find \u201cthe one\u201d. All gyms are unique, and what works well for other people might not be right for you at all. So take your time to think about what you need.<\/p>\n Try a few out. Hussle can help – our pay as you go day passes<\/a> are the perfect way to go on a few gym dates until you find one you like. Then you can join the gym directly, or use Hussle\u2019s monthly unlimited access<\/a> pass to visit multiple gyms.<\/p>\n We reckon we know a thing or two about finding great gyms (we\u2019ve got thousands of them on our website!) These are the important questions to ask yourself as you start the search for your perfect gym.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.4.7″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.4.7″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/www.hussle.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/shutterstock_612532802.jpg” title_text=”How to find the perfect gym for you” _builder_version=”4.4.7″ global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.4.7″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.4.7″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.4.7″ link_option_url=”hussle.com” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Talking of membership, this is something you should look at before you sign on the dotted line. Not every gym has a simple, cancel any time approach to membership. Make sure you find out exactly what the initial costs are, and what they will be in future.<\/p>\n Hussle makes it easy to stay in total control of your gym membership<\/a>. Choose from thousands of different gyms, all with zero contracts (and cancel any time \u2013 we know life isn\u2019t always predictable!)<\/p>\n For most people, a standard monthly membership (with a clear cancellation policy) will be fine. But you might be someone who travels a lot, works shifts, or only wants to use this gym during the holidays. It\u2019s important that the gym\u2019s membership<\/a> structure suits you, so you don\u2019t end up out of pocket, paying for sessions you can\u2019t use.<\/p>\n Can you pay as you go or do you have to pay monthly? If it\u2019s a monthly membership, can you cancel ay time or is there a notice period? Check to see how long any initial new member discount will last for.<\/p>\n Is this an independent gym, or are there others in the group (and if so can you use them under your membership?) See what else you might get for your membership \u2013 discounts to local cafes, money off on supplements, special offers on Personal Training. You could even ask if the gym holds special events like nutrition workshops or one-off training days. All of these things will help tip the balance when you are weighing up more than one gym.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.4.7″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.4.7″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.4.7″ global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Where is the gym in relation to your home<\/a>, school, or work? And will the opening hours fit with your schedule? There\u2019s no point joining a gym that\u2019s never open when you\u2019re free. Next, you\u2019ll need to think about the logistics of getting there so you can figure out how much time you\u2019ll actually have for your workout<\/a>.<\/p>\n Consider which days of the week<\/a> you\u2019ll want to go, and what time of day. Will it be easy to get there on your way into work or on a Saturday morning? If you\u2019ll be driving, look at what the parking situation is like. If you use public transport, is the walk from the station to the gym safe?<\/p>\n <\/p>\n This is a pretty obvious one, but worth mentioning. What kind of gym do you want to go to? There\u2019s no point joining a traditional bodybuilding gym if you like to do functional fitness or yoga. And you won\u2019t enjoy a machine-based gym if you really love to hear the clank of barbells. These days there are so many different types of gym, from free weights and machines<\/a>, to functional fitness, CrossFit, calisthenics, classes, indoor cycling, yoga, Pilates, group training, or private Personal Training studios.<\/p>\n Do you need a gym that has showers (make sure there are enough of them so you won\u2019t need to queue)? Would you like the option of booking onto a class once in a while? What about coffee, protein shakes, and snacks. If these things are important, make sure your gym has them.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Once you find your perfect gym, you\u2019re going to be there several times a week. So you need to feel welcome, supported, and motivated. Take time to suss out the staff. Are they your kind of people? Do they strike the right balance of helping out vs leaving you to it? And if you think you\u2019ll book Personal Training sessions in future, check to see who the PTs are and any costs involved.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n The other people at the gym play a huge role in making the place a comfortable place to be. gym. Do you want to laugh and banter, be left to get on with it, train with other people, or even make new friends for life? This might be something you only discover after a couple of visits, but it\u2019s worth bearing in mind as you start the search for the perfect<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/www.hussle.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Find-a-Gym-Near-You-1.png” title_text=”Work Out, Your Way” url=”https:\/\/www.hussle.com\/” url_new_window=”on” _builder_version=”4.4.7″ global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.4.7″ global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n You can\u2019t train in a gym without equipment<\/a>, so it\u2019s crucial you think about what style of training you want to do. If you\u2019re into functional fitness and calisthenics, you\u2019ll need a gym with a rig and rings. If your aim is building serious muscle<\/a>, your perfect gym will need some serious weights (and if you\u2019re already strong, you should check that the dumbbells go beyond 20kgs!) Weightlifters and powerlifters need a lifting platform and squat rack. You get the idea.<\/p>\n Think about the equipment you need for your current training and any future goals as you progress through your fitness<\/a> journey. And if you\u2019d like to chill out with a yoga class or sit in the sauna once a week, find a gym that has it all under one roof.<\/p>\n <\/p>\nFinding your perfect gym<\/h2>\n
The 9 factors of finding the best gym<\/h2>\n
Membership requirements \u2013 does it suit my budget?<\/h2>\n
Convenience \u2013 does it work for my schedule?<\/h2>\n
Type of gym \u2013 can I train how I want to?<\/h2>\n
Staff \u2013 can they give me the right guidance?<\/h2>\n
People \u2013 does this gym have a good vibe?<\/h2>\n
Equipment \u2013 has it got the fitness kit I need?<\/h2>\n
Music \u2013 is this a good training atmosphere?<\/h2>\n