health clubs

Places with treadmills

Health clubs are facilities offering exercise equipment, fitness classes, and related amenities like pools or saunas.

The term emphasizes wellness over pure athletics, distinguishing these establishments from gyms focused solely on weight training.

Membership typically involves monthly fees: I joined a health club to get back in shape.

Also called fitness centers.

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