Exercise is Good for Your Health and Your Wallet, Evidence Shows
(ARA) — Thinking about cutting your gym membership to save money? Mounting evidence suggests that may be the wrong move.
The federal government reported that chronic illness accounts for 75 percent of all health spending. Yet exercising regularly can significantly reduce your risks for chronic illness and your medical bills.
“For every dollar spent on wellness, you can save five or more on illness,” said Dr. Richard Kreider, director of the exercise and sport nutrition laboratory at Texas A&M University.
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Minnesota recently found that frequent gym-goers had:
• 39 percent fewer emergency room visits
• 41 percent fewer hospital admissions
• 18 percent lower overall claims costs
This can save you a lot. So how can you get to the gym without breaking the bank? Many clubs are offering great deals because of the economy. Also, see if your health insurance provider offers a wellness program with fitness rebates. Some gyms have partnered with major health insurers to make memberships even more affordable.
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