10 Fitness Bargains to Fulfill New Year's Resolutions

After overindulging in stuffing, turkey and holiday cookies for the last month, it's time to step on the scale and assess the damage. When the clock hits midnight on New Year's Eve, it marks the promise of new beginnings, resolutions and, for many, a strict weight loss plan. Before forking over the cash to step on the treadmill at any old gym, read WalletPop's tips on how to find the best gym deals to jump start a new year:

Sample Before Signing Up
Before signing on for a full year of membership, test out the gym. Most companies offer free trials to potential customers. Bally Total Fitness, Gold's Gym, LA Fitness and Lifetime Fitness all offer seven-day guest passes. A week allows enough time to test out the club and classes before committing. "Try before you buy," said Dave Reiseman, Vice President of Communications at Gold's Gym International. "This allows you to make sure the amenities, classes and atmosphere are right for you."