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The Halton region enjoys a bounty of fitness options. This checklist and scorecard will help you figure out pab\a hg^ l [^lm for you.
Sometimes, when it comes to improving our fitness, we make decisions based upon price, familiarity, or convenience rather than by asking ourselves the following fundamental question: Does this place have what it takes to help me improve my health? Because statistics show that access to equipment, by and of itself, simply isn't enough. So, if you've been unable to get or stay fit in the past, there may have been problems with something other than your will power. You may not have chosen the best facility for your particular wants, needs, and interests. Ready to try again? Fortunately for you, when it comes to fitness, the Halton region has it all, from specialty studios and national chains to unique, luxurious, full-service clubs. This time, when you shop around, consider the following points, then use our handy scorecard, provided on the next page. #1 TRUSTWORTHINESS Before stepping foot into any health club, fitness facility, or specialty studio, research its trustworthiness. Has it won any awards? Are people
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saying good things on Facebook? How well is it graded by The Better Business Bureau or similar organizations? While many gyms are honest, some are not, so check those ratings online. (Note: In its entire history, the BBB has given an A+ to only one fitness business in the Halton region.) #2 PRACTICALITY Practicality is different from convenience. For example, a gym just a