Research Shows Exercise Keeps Money in Your Wallet and Other Great Reasons to Head to the Gym
Posted by Laura Nelson on January 18, 2010
In today’s uncertain economy, families are looking to cut back on any expenses that seem like a luxury. Evidence suggests that cutting that gym membership may be exactly the wrong move.
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, inactive adults have significantly higher direct medical costs than active adults.
“To put it in perspective,” says Valerie Divelbiss, owner of the Curves women’s fitness center in Warrenville, “for every dollar you spend on wellness, you save as much as five dollars on illness.”
Curves has partnered with major health insurance and third party providers who see huge financial benefits in wellness programs and offer reimbursements and incentives on Curves gym memberships.
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Minnesota recently completed a landmark study that found that people who went to the gym at least eight times a month had significantly lower healthcare costs than those who did not. These frequent gym attendees had:
· 39 percent fewer visits to the ER
· 41 percent fewer hospital admissions
· 18 percent lower overall claims costs
Everyone knows that the human body thrives on regular exercise, and that staying fit and maintaining a healthy weight can contribute to significantly reduced risks for diseases and other debilitating conditions.
Divelbiss adds: “Your health is your most precious asset, and not taking care of it is going to cost you more in the long run.”
To help women save even more money, Curves of Warrenville is offering 30 Days Free from 12/28/09- 2/28/10. For more information, contact Valerie Divelbiss at (630) 836-0100 or vdivelbiss@aol.com. Visit: www.curves.com.
