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EXERCISING ON A BUDGET: Get in Great Shape Without a Gym Membership

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  Who says you need a gym to get in great shape? The prevalence of gyms is a relatively recent phenomenon. There have always been people in great shape, with or without a gym membership. You can avoid the fees, travel time, and other inconveniences and get in shape without leaving your home or neighborhood.  You don’t need a lot of equipment or time to dramatically change your body and fitness level. Even if you’re not thriving financially, you can still build a body you can be proud of. Your doctor will be thrilled, too. Use these strategies to get in the best shape of your life without stepping into a gym:   Calisthenics. Your body weight is all the resistance you need to get in great shape. Remember gym class back in the day? You would do push-ups, sit-ups, squats, and other calisthenics. There are plenty of exercise examples online. Set up a simple program and try to do just a little more each week. You can make great progress if you’re consistent. A few hundred pu...