Do you like a good workout? Love going to the gym? Do you tend to spend too much money when it comes to working out? You know, on stuff like workout clothing, supplements, gym memberships, and special “diet” foods that go along with your workout? Well, anyone that has worked out has probably spent too much money on it. After all, it really shouldn’t cost a dime to work out but the gym is a good environment so people will pay for it.

Where most people over spend though is when they buy their gym membership, go once or twice, and then never go back. We’re assuming that isn’t you and that you make the most of your gym membership (or workouts at home). Below you will find 3 tips that will help you save money in the gym or for your workout efforts in general. We hope you enjoy!

Low Cost Protein

It’s pretty much a scientific fact that the world is now obsessed with protein intake especially when it comes to working out. Getting in a quality source of protein (we love whey protein but despise soy protein) is very important. Most people do this in the form of a protein shake. How can you save money on these? Shop around! Check venues online such as eBay, Amazon, etc. We were actually able to find Muscle Milk 4 Packs at Big Lots on sale for $2 each. They usually run around $8 each so those are some mega savings if you ask us!

Affordable Gym Attire

Unless you work out on a regular basis, you probably don’t have good workout clothes stuffed in your closet. So, you’ll have to go out and buy some shorts, yoga pants, whatever it is that you want to work out in, right? Of course you will! Now, how can you save money on them? Well, we’ll tell you the best and most efficient way to do this. Don’t pay attention to the brand. Who cares if it’s Under Armour? Who cares if it’s Nike? Get yourself a $30 pair of Champion shoes, a few pairs of off brand basketball shorts at $10 a pair, and get in the gym. We promise that it will be nothing close to a fashion contest in there.

Family Plans

Finally, it’s all about what type of gym membership you get. You may have to sign a contract (probably for a year) but you can get family plans at much better rates than individual plans. For example, a local gym we know of charges $30 a month for one person. However, if you sign a year contract with auto draft for their “couples” plan, you can get in for a grand total of $35 a month. That’s just $5 more for an extra gym membership!

So, hopefully these money saving tips will help you do what they’re supposed to. Save money! Working out doesn’t have to be an expensive hobby but so many people turn it into just that. An expensive hobby. Follow the guidelines above, look for the deals, and be smart about how you set up your membership. If you do this, you’ll definitely save money!