Having a close-knit family is great, but it can sometimes lead to each member of your group adopting similar habits that don't foster a healthy lifestyle. Often, all it takes is for one person to suggest making a change to get everyone excited about finding ways to improve their health. When your family is looking to get more exercise, one of your biggest challenges might be figuring out a way to meet everyone's needs.

A gym has several options for getting in shape. You can choose between strength training and a variety of aerobics classes. All exercise has benefits, so you may want to combine your workouts. However, you probably want to include strength training even if you're a complete beginner. Here's why. 1. Strength Training Offers Practical Benefits Since you lose muscle mass as you age and get more sedentary, it's good to do strength training on a regular basis at the gym.