The small gym which I am currently using has been great. I was a little apprehensive when I first went in (I am overweight and felt uncomfortable even being in a gym). The manager asked me to look around and tell me what I saw. I looked around and stated “I see people working out.” He said “Right! What you don’t see is a bunch of people socializing. People come here to workout and leave. No one is paying any attention to anyone else unless they are being paid to do so.” I was sold and have been going every week since.

Otherwise, you might invest in a home gym. ($ CHA-CHING $) Those usually fail because lack of motivation to use it. If you’re motiviated to go to the gym, you’ll work out. Every garage sale has some type of gym equipment that was hardly used. Also, get a subscription to some Men’s health magazines. Those have great tips on proper workouts and healthy eatting.