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How To Get The Most Bulk For Your Buck

Affordable workout options for high schoolers.

By Lea Shaw

Exercise is important, but exercising on a budget is difficult. Here is a list of accessible and affordable workout options for highschoolers:

Planet Fitness

Planet Fitness is a great gym for people who want to workout at their own pace. You can get the Classic Membership at any Planet Fitness Gym for a starting fee of $49 and a monthly fee of $10. This membership includes unlimited access to the nearest club, free wifi, a no-commitment requirement, and free access to the personal trainers at the gym who can instruct and support you throughout your workouts.

Drop-In Swimming

If you are hoping to create a splash in your fitness journey, try out the drop-in option at your local community center. Maddison Pool is offering Sunday morning swim sessions from 11 am to 1 pm. This class is April 2 to June 18 and $4.50 for ages 1-17, $6.50 for ages 18-64. If your weekend mornings are too important, then try out the completely free drop-in swimming at

Magnuson Community Center from 6:458:30 every Friday night for ages 13-17.

Drop-In Basketball

Want to shoot some hoops and meet new people while exercising? The International/ Chinatown Community Center is offering drop-in basketball games every Wednesday from 2:30 to 5:30, April 5 to June 21 for ages 10-17. All skill levels are welcome for this completely free game!

Youtube Workout Channels

Maybe you want to workout from the comfort of your own home. Throughout covid and with the advancement of many new technologies, it is easier than ever to workout in your living room. If this is the kind of convenience you’re looking for, there are hundreds of workout channels at the tips of your fingers…

Natacha Oceane

Natacha Oceane is a great option because she uses no extra equipment, all of her videos are made using just your body weight. Her channel provides free access to HIIT –High Intensity Interval Training, cardio,