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Here are four quick ways to work out without spending money on an expensive gym membership. ### **Take a free class at a retail store** A single class at a fitness studio could set you back $30 or more, but you don’t have to drop big bucks to try a trendy workout. Check in with your local Lululemon, Nike Store, REI, or Athleta—many locations hold discounted or totally [free fitness classes](http://www.health.com/fitness/check-out-these-free-fitness-classes-at-nike-lululemon-and-more) regularly. These cheap sweat sessions generally fill up fast, so be sure to sign up early. ### **Save money on memberships using deal websites** Groupon, LivingSocial, and other coupon websites often have deals on gym memberships and packages of boutique classes. Generally, discounts range from 50% to 70%. ### **Take advantage of being a newbie** Some boutique studios give first-timers a special treat: a free or discounted class. Many gyms also provide a free trial—sometimes for as long as a month! So if you have your eye on a CrossFit box, spin studio, or boxing gym, give ’em a call—they may have an offer for you. ### **Be your own trainer** Now you know it’s easy to snag discounts on gym memberships and fitness classes, but you can also do wallet-friendly workouts at home. Head to Amazon and stock up on these [home gym essentials](http://www.health.com/fitness/home-gym-equipment-amazon), and then check out Health.com for workouts you can do anywhere. We’ve got everything from a [dance-cardio routine with Katie Austin](http://www.health.com/fitness/dance-cardio-workout) to a [HIIT](http://www.health.com/fitness/hiit-yoga-workout)[ yoga class with Lauren Taus](http://www.health.com/fitness/hiit-yoga-workout) and a [45-minute Burn Boot Camp class with Devan and Morgan Kline](http://www.health.com/fitness/full-body-strength-workout). 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