Happy Wednesday! We’re in the middle of the second week of 2019, which begs the question: How are those resolutions coming along?

If your plans for self-improvement have already started fizzling out, you’re not alone. According to US News, 80% of New Year’s resolution-ers will fail by the second week of February. That means, even if you’re hanging onto your ‘new year, new you’ grind, the odds are still against you.

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The good news? As fun as it is to ring in the new year with a list of resolutions, healthier habits + better decisions don’t have to start when the clock strikes midnight. And even if you fall off the wagon – or even if you haven’t even hopped on the wagon yet– it’s not too late to get back on.

Another secret to success in 2019: New habits don’t have to cost a thing. This is particularly true when it comes to getting fit, which, year after year, remains one of the most popular resolutions to make.

Luckily, Lakeland has a workout for every budget, and just because you’re broke post-holiday doesn’t mean you have to shelve that resolution and go back to the couch. We’ve rounded up 8+ workouts so you can get your sweat on and save some dough.

Here are a few of our favorite recommendations and your suggestions. ⬇️

Community Groups

Lakeland Runners Club Monday Night Track

🗓 Every Monday | free

⏰ 6:00 p.m.

📍 Lakeland Senior High School | 726 Hollingsworth Rd

❓ This is open to the general public to help runners from newbies to experts with their speed and turnover. Running coaches will be on site to help and guide with the workout.

Bicycling in Lakeland

🗓 Events vary, check on the group’s Facebook page | free

📍 Times + locations vary

❓ There is a women’s social ride scheduled tonight at 6:00 p.m. at Three Parks Trail. Pedals up.

FIT4MOM Lakeland

🗓 Events vary, check on the group’s Facebook page | First class is free.
📍 Times + locations vary
❓ There’s a Run Clinic at Holloway Park scheduled today at 10:30 a.m.

Boot Camp

9Round Fitness

🗓 Sunday - Saturday

⏰ 8 a.m. - 12 p.m. + 4 p.m. - 8 p.m.

📍 1035 Florida Ave S #200

❓ 9Round is a 30 Minute Full Body Workout with different daily workouts. Schedule your free introductory workout.

✉️ Recommended by @mykiohe

TBC 24 Fitness

🗓 Open 24-hours | Free day pass here

📍 5121 US Hwy 98 N + 845 Creative Dr

❓ Over 8 personal trainers, who teach over 15 different classes per week

✉️ “I recommend TBC 24 Fitness (Total Body Conditioning). It's on N 98, you get a 24 hour key fob, amazing trainers! Good people to work out with and everyone feels comfortable! First time in a long time that I was able to push beyond my limits without feeling out of place or "unworthy" to be there! Results!” - Lacey B.

Yoga

Balance Culture

🗓 Schedule differs day-to-day. Visit the studio to be added to the free class of your choice.

📍 1035 Florida Ave S #200

❓ A limited number of yoga mats available for use but if you have your own mat, they encourage you to bring it.

✉️ Recommended by @tulsipatell, @kat.hawley, @ruthietait, and @craftynerdem.

Dance

Stepping Into Dance

🗓 Tuesdays

⏰ 6:30 - 7:30

📍 Coleman-Bush Building

💰 $5

❓ RB + Hip Hop lessons

Belly Dancing

🗓 Jan. 9 - Mar. 27

⏰ 7:15 - 8:15 p.m. for beginners

📍 Kelly Recreation Complex

💰 $10 per session

❓ Finger Cymbals, Vieling + Costumes.

More responses from our readers on gyms + classes in LAL they frequent:

✉️ “Crossfit Lakeland” @emily_kate6.21 and @kait_tuck

✉️ “Orangetheory Fitness” @laurenj2 and @hsuth90

✉️ “Yoga Pointe” @whooski, @aephi15, and @kait.tuck

✉️ “Reformer” @kattb3

✉️ “Spin” @kattb3

✉️ “The Lakeland YMCA - Les Mills Body Pump” @brittanypiccalo, @glendapierce, and @mrs_lui_o

✉️ “Monday & Friday 5 a.m. with Andrew at TBC Fitness North” @glmurray

✉️ “Vital Fitness!” @madeline_foster

✉️ “I go to Southside Barbell. It is not well known and kind of hidden, but has great fitness instructors.” - Vicki C.

✉️ “I love to walk the path around Lake Hollingsworth or the trail around the golf course/Peterson Park when the weather is nice! Also Planet Fitness is my go to on hot or rainy days. The $10 per month fee cannot be beat.” - Bobbie F.

Gym memberships can be great, but buyers beware: 67% of them go totally unused. If you’re thinking of making the commitment, consider the following before signing the dotted line:

✔ Make sure you’re already working out on a regular basis before you make the commitment. If it’s already a habit, you’re more likely to go.

✔ Check the gym’s location + operating hours to ensure it’s convenient to your workout routine. If it’s four miles in the opposite direction of your commute home, are you really going to go after work every night?

✔ Try before you buy. Many gyms offer free weekly or monthly passes or allow you to take your first class free. Take advantage of those offers + shop around a little before making a decision.

Did we leave out your go-to spot for free or cheap fitness? Let us know by replying to this email or telling us over on Facebook or Instagram.

I’m rooting for ya, Lakeland,
– Kaylee