Going Green at the Gym

How to Be Eco-Conscious at the Gym

• 1Bring your own reusable water bottle every time you go to workout at the gym. While many gyms sell plastic water bottles and have water coolers equipped with disposable paper or plastic cups, avoid taking part in this environmentally unfriendly practice that contributes to large amounts of waste.
• 2Adopt earth-friendly habits while visiting gym's locker room. Be environmentally conscious and avoid taking excessively long showers, wasting too much paper towels, or leaving water dripping in the faucet. Remember to bring your own towel and eco-friendly toiletry products.
• 3If the cardio machine has an individual television screen or an interactive entertainment system, make sure to turn it off at the end of your workout. Be a responsible citizen of planet Earthand switch off screens on other equipment that you notice is not in use.
• 4Select a gym that strives to reduce the environmental impact of its operation, encourages employees and members of the gym to be environmentally friendly and works on implementing eco-friendly innovations.
• 5Always remember that adopting a greener attitude and developing a conscience towards taking care of the environment is never too late and even small changes are worthwhile!