It may be the season for sharing, but FitClub wants all of its members to stay healthy and avoid sharing germs this holiday season! Do you know the rules for gym hygiene and etiquette? Check out the tips and tricks for keeping yourself and your fellow FitClub members healthy all winter long.

1. Wash your hands. Despite all the advancements in health and fitness, washing your hands is still the fool-proof way to keep yourself and your loved ones healthy during cold and flu season. Taking just a minute to wash your hands in warm, soapy water prevents you from spreading any germs you may have to others at FitClub, while also keeping you from taking home any unwanted germs to your loved ones.


2. Wipe down your gym equipment at the end of a workout. When you finish using a machine, mat, or any other piece of equipment, be courteous and wipe down the area you’ve used. FitClub has cleani
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3. Shower and change. When you get home from a sweaty workout, you may want to do absolutely nothing but rest and recharge. Before you call it a day, make sure you change out of your sweaty gym clothes and take a quick shower. Germs love sweaty clothes, and the sooner you get into clean, dry clothes, the healthier you’ll stay all winter long. Better yet, take advantage of FitClub’s clean showers and comfortable locker rooms to shower and change before you even leave. You’ll thank yourself when you get home tired, feeling great and ready for a relaxing evening.


4. If you’re feeling sick, consider a rest day. Not all illnesses are contagious, but if you’re running a fever, coughing, or a doctor has told you to stay home from work, rest your immune system and don’t share your germs with your fellow FitClub members. It can be hard to take a rest day when you’re starting to make considerable progress, but it’s more important to rebuild your immune system than force yourself through a workout you’re not well enough to complete.


5. Prioritize your health. By prioritizing your own health during cold and flu season, you’re also preventing the spread of germs to your fellow FitClub members and your loved ones. Make sure to drink plenty of water, get plenty of rest, and eat a healthy diet of fruits and vegetables. Even during the busy holiday season, prioritizing your sleep will keep you functioning at your best and help you avoid any unwanted rest days.

It’s a difficult time of year to stay healthy, but we can all do our best to avoid sharing germs and staying healthy. Is there anything in your gym bag or locker that helps you stay healthy and productive all winter long? Share your tips and tricks in the comment section for a healthy holiday and new year!