October 11, 2011

Fitness on the Cheap in Bergen

What's the Deal with the New Low-Budge Gyms (Bergen Mama Finds Out)

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The new trend in fitness studios?  Recession-proof pricing. 

We checked out two Bergen gyms which will cost you $20 or less per month to find out what members get (and what they don’t)

Gym:  Blink Fitness, Bergen Towne Center, Paramus
Price:  $20 per month.  Free one day trials available.
What you’ll get: Tons of state of the art cardio and weight machines from brands like Life Fitness and Precor, state of the art sleek, clean design, a no-waiting policy, modern locker rooms and showers
What you won’t get:  Frills.  No classes, no personal training, no complimentary towels or mouthwash.
Who it’s good for: Boutique gymgoers who just want a place to do cardio and weights to supplement their class schedules elsewhere.  Teens who are light on cash. 

Gym:  Retro Fitness, locations in Tenafly, Hackensack, Ramsey, and Paramus
Price: $19.99 per month.  Free one day trials available.
What you’ll get: Tons of state of the art cardio and weight machines from brands like Life Fitness and Precor, Cardio Theatre Room where clients can get a sweat while watching a movie changed daily, a Juice Bar where you can indulge in smoothies and protein drinks for extra dough
What you won’t get: Extras.  No classes, no personal training.
Who it’s good for: Non-gymgoers who are looking to dip their toe in the water.  Those on tight budgets who can make a workout with cardio machines and weights.