Fitness Centers in Columbia, MD

As the country struggles under the weight of obesity, several gyms are springing up to take advantage of the exercise fitness boom. Columbia, MD is no exception to this rule and has seen an influx of gyms that fit every lifestyle and passion.

1. Columbia Association - They offer several gyms and even have one gym that is open 24 hours a day. You can also opt to swim, rollerskate, ice skate, golf, play tennis, play basketball, join water aerobics, regular aerobics, exercise bootcamp, and tai chi. There are several more options. Children get to stay in their own little fitness area and can use mini exercise bikes, climb a mini rockclimbing wall, play on the computer, or play with the other children.

2. Life Time Fitness - This gym has a spa, a wellness program, a kid's club, raquet sports, rock climbing, and aquatics. Their biggest draw are the waterslides, and the fact that you can bring your friends along to exercise with you for a small fee. An onsite restaurant offers great fare for the famished folk.

3. CoreWorks Fitness - They offer Pilates, Golf Pilates, Yoga, and Pilates for weight loss programs. The classes are small and great for those who don't enjoy large groups of exercise 'partners'.

4. Curves - This is a gym for women that offers lifestyle solutions to weight loss. They have small classes and offer weight management solutions. There are three gyms in the Columbia area.

5. Colosseum Gym - Get your pilates classes, physical therapy, personal training, or strength training here.

6. Gold's Gym - Exercise, get a personal trainer, or learn how to use nutrition to control your weight. They have several wellness seminars to help you acheive your fitness goals.

7. Jazzercise - Combine jazz with yoga, kickboxing, pilates or your other favorite exercise moves. Very popular with music and dance enthusiasts.

8. Top Shape Fitness - A great cardio-kickboxing class, fitness camp, and training studio. They also have low impact cardio, if you want to start slow.

There are many different options to suit all tastes. Tone your body, manage your weight, learn how to use nutrition to keep weight off, and become a healthier you.