Are you weeding through gyms in the East Village and looking for one that is right for you? If you have just moved to the area and have had gym memberships before, then you probably understand how to go through this process. However, if you are finally coming out of your shell and trying to find a good gym in the area, then the following tips will help you in your search.

Closeness: Amazingly, this is one of the main complaints that people have when it comes to going to the gym. You would think that this would not be a problem, since they are the ones who choose the location. But when choosing a gym, make sure that it is close enough so that exercising can be squeezed into your busy schedule. If you prefer to work out in the morning, make sure that your chosen gym is either right around the corner from where you live or close to your job. The same logic applies if you like to work out in the evenings.

Your gym choice has to be close enough so that you can exercise without having to go out of your way in walking or the subway. If you prefer to work out on your lunch hour, then pick out a location where you can exercise for a few minutes and get back to the job without being late.

Budget: Find a gym that fits into your budget. Most "standard and boutique" gyms will run you from $100 - $250 per month. With that said, there are a few low-cost options in the area, with Blink being one of them. Sure everyone would love to frequent a gym that has all of the bells and whistles; however, these types of upgrades do not come for free. If your gym of choice has the latest gym and exercising equipment, you will pay for this out of your pocket in dues. Although you want to have access to the best equipment available, keep in mind that it will cost you.

Environment: Pick a gym that feels safe and comfortable for you. You might want to frequent a particular gym because it is touted as being the best in this part of town. However, if the staff is stuffy or not very friendly, this might not be a good fit for you. Also, make sure that you find a gym that fits with your purpose. Some gyms are all about socializing and not exercising. If you are fine with this, then this is a perfect fit for you. However, if you truly want to exercise, then continue looking until you find a gym that incorporates all your requirements.

Staff: Pick a gym that has both friendly and knowledgeable staff. Make sure that the gyms in the East Village that you research have highly qualified personal trainers who are recognized as authorities in their field. You also want to ensure that the personal trainers are licensed and certified. Anything less and you will not receive the workout that your gym membership guarantees.

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