It is that time of year when I stop eating a ton of carbs and start going to the gym daily in hopes to get what I like to call, “beach-body ready.”  And sadly, these few weeks are probably the only time of year when my gym membership feels like it is actually worth the money because let’s face it, gym memberships especially in NYC are expensive.  Initiation fees, monthly dues and god forbid the dreaded cancellation fee can make anyone want to pop in an old Tae-Bo VHS before emptying a bank account to purchase a gym membership.  

Fortunately, a few gyms are offering some great membership deals right now so you can get fit for summer without worrying that you won’t have any money left for a beach weekend.

New York Sports Club: NYSC is the granddaddy of gyms here in New York, with 109 locations in the tri-state area.  If you ever thought about signing up, now is the time to do it, thanks to this deal from therauck. Depending on the location you decide to join, initiation fee is $10 or $19 for a 1 or 2 year membership commitment.  Only in the city for a few months?  If you prefer a month-to-month membership, your initiation fee ranges from $29 to $39 dollars.  The faster you sign up, the better - your monthly dues won’t kick in until June 1, so you’ll be able to hit the gym for free these next few weeks. (multiple locations).

Reebok Sports Club:  Ever wanted to try Reebok Sports Club?  Score a free three-day complimentary pass for you and a friend - you’ll just need to activate it by May 26.  Reebok has a phenomenal rooftop deck, so our recommendation is to activate the pass when the weather is beautiful.  While you are trying out the gym, keep your eyes peeled for celebrities.  With its close proximity to ABC, celebs like Regis are frequent visitors.  If you wish to join Reebok after your trial, there are special perks as well, such as a $0 initiation fee for the health gold membership, two complimentary training sessions and more. Thanks to edog for passing this along.  (166 Columbus Ave between 67th and 68th).  

YogaWorks:  Before signing up for a month of yoga, wouldn’t you like to know if you actually enjoyed it?  According to Postabon member ellekross, Yogaworks offers a free 90 minute orientation class for new students.  This class allows users to become comfortable with the mat and positions before committing to yoga. (multiple locations).

To get additional savings, check with your employer or health insurance company to see if they offer any health club membership discounts.  Some employers provide you with a monthly credit towards your membership, while some insurance companies reward you with cash if you go to the gym a certain amount of times per year.

Know of any other fitness savings?  Share them with us at Postabon!