Refresh Resolution: 14 cheap, free ways to fulfill your health goals
Getting in shape is one of the most popular New Year’s resolutions. Plus, after all that holiday binging, your body is begging for some tlc.
Getting in shape can be expensive but it doesn’t have to be! Below is a list of 14 ways to have a healthy New Year.
Planet Fitness
$1 down, $10 a month, no commitment, now through January 15.
As a member, you’ll have access to a full workout facility 24/7, over 50 group training sessions per week, and Free Pizza Mondays (because you can’t be good all the time).
Crushing it Columbus
333 W Broad St., Columbus
No fancy equipment, no professional facility, just a good old-fashioned workout. Crushing it Columbus meets every Wednesday at 6:15am on the stairs of COSI to sweat it out.
Everyone is welcomed, no matter the experience level.
Queer Yoga
535 E Whittier St., Columbus
Looking to get fit in a safe(r) space? Queer Yoga offers $6 yoga classes every Tuesday. Yoga mats are encouraged and all are welcome.
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Winter Hike
Multiple locations
Columbus and Franklin County Metro Parks are offering several winter hiking events throughout the season. Three Creeks, Scioto Audubon, and Prairie Oaks are just a few of the participating parks. Some of them are pet friendly too!
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Lululemon
Multiple locations
Work off that Sunday brunch with free yoga at Lululemon’s Easton and Polaris locations. All experience levels welcome!
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Cap City Salsa
566 W Rich St., Columbus
Dance those pounds away with a four week salsa course hosted by Cap City Salsa. For $12 per session, you’ll learn some salsa basics for beginners!
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Get Connected
3535 Olentangy River Rd, Columbus
Supplement your workout with healthy thought processes. Ohio Health is offering a free six week course focusing on the topics of chronic illness, healthy eating and mental wellness.
This women’s health class runs Jan 28- Mar 4th and registration is required.
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The Fitness Loft
625 Parsons Ave., Columbus
The fitness loft offers a variety of classes from cycling to zumba to boxing. They’re currently offering a Groupon special, plus one-year memberships for 20 percent off and six-month memberships for 10 percent off for new and current members.
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Kinetic Climbing & Fitness
717 Hadley Dr., Columbus
Switch up your workout and have an adventure at Kinetic. Grab a climbing buddy or collect a whole group to save big on Groupon.
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Ice Skating
Break a cool sweat at one of Columbus’ ice rinks. Head to one of Ohio Health’s Chiller Ice Rinks, where public skating is available throughout the week for under $10. They also offer Friday Night Meltdown, a public skating event with a DJ.
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Nutrition 101
3969 Trueman Blvd., Hilliard
They say that abs are made in the kitchen, so learn how to properly fuel your body with Dr Kevin Sarich and Ali Cooper as they lead free health classes on how to lose weight with healthy eating. Reservations required.
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Babes HIIT
Multiple locations
Babes HIIT Columbus offers several cheap and free monthly fitness events at numerous locations in the area. They offer free winter hikes, champagne and yoga, Fitt camp and so much more.
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1020 Dennison Ave. Suite 202, Columbus
Yoga on high offers free (donation based) ABC inclusive yoga classes every Saturday from 2-3pm. Each week features a different teacher and style of yoga so you’ll never get bored! Registration is required and accessible through their website.
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Crossfit Clintonville
609 Oakland Park Ave., Columbus
Interested in Crossfit? This Clintonville gym offers free community classes every Saturday at 10am. This three class trials gives you the opportunity to dip your toes into the pool of crossfit. No registration is necessary, just show up!
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