Is there a difference between and gym and fitness club? Well technically there is not really a difference, however when used in speech a gym is usually a place where weight training and body building are the central focus. Today however the gyms are also incorporating other training along with weight and cardio. Boxing or martial arts are also not uncommon in most gyms.



Fitness clubs on the other hand are usually focused on cardio training and weight loss. They are more of an all round exercise one stop shop which can appeal to men and women. Women are not usually found in great numbers in gyms where the body building is predominant.



What ever you decide to go with, whether it be a gym or a fitness club, Calgary has many to offer. Be sure to ‘test drive’ any gym or club as most give away free trial memberships. Be ready for a hard sell though as the fitness industry has some of the most aggressive sales people.