Osprey Ariel 75 - Women's

Advantages: Good equipment, variety of aerobics/training sessions, friendly staff, discount on joinging fee this month
Disadvantages: Cramped, feel on display to public, small pool

...I have just been down to have a look at the local LA Fitness. This month they are offering a £75 off the joining fee, which mean you'll have to only pay about 15 quid. This is quite good. The monthly membership fees are then £45 per adult - which is only good if you're actually going to use the facilities more than once a week. Otherwise there really is no point in joining a place like this. The LA Fitness in Purley had a nice and friendly atmosphere - the staff there were smiling and helpful, and willing to answer any questions you may have. As for the facilites - the same as any other gym, except here I had the slight feeling of claustrophobia. All the equipment seems to have been squashed in to every available space...i personally like open area gyms with space in between different equipment. Also what I don't like about... Read review

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Advantages: Quick, fun and results are visible quickly
Disadvantages: No showers limited space for stretches.

...2 years ago, I followed a diet and did regular exercise at Curves, for 7 months I exercised 3 times a week at my local curves centre and now 2 years later I am back read on to find out why. *~*~What is Curves?~*~* First and foremost Curves is a 30 minute exercise routine that combines strength training and sustained cardiovascular activity through regulated hydraulic activity. In simpler terms its a way of exercsing that is not too time consuming and not too demanding. Everyone has 30 minutes to fit this exercise in even me! *~*~Where are they located?~*~* Worldwide is the simple answer. There are 5 Curves franchises all within a 10 minute travelling distance to me in either direction and they are popular with women of all ages young and old alike. *~*~Joining*~*~ When I joined 2 years ago there was an initial joining fee... Read review

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Advantages: Quick xercise programme
Disadvantages: Repetitive

...Curves This time last year I was fired with enthusiasm to do something which would get me fit and not take up too much of my time. Recommended by a couple of people I know, and just opened very close to me, I joined Curves for Women. **The History** This was founded about 27 years ago by Gary Heavin, who had dropped out of medical school, and then began to provide fitness services which would prevent illnesses. The first Curves was opened in Texas in 1992 and the first franchise opened in 1995. In 10 years, Curves reached 9000 locations and has entered the Guinness Book of Records as "the world's largest fitness center franchise" **What's it all about?** It's all about fitting exercise into your busy schedule, with a cardio and strength training programme which takes only 30 minutes, 3 times a week. **The hype... Read review

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