Taking a class at a yoga or Pilates studio is not cheap. I did an informal survey of classes in San Francisco, and came up with an average drop-in rate of $17. If you buy classes in bulk, it's more affordable, but for many, it's still a luxury that's hard to maintain. A friend of mine recently opened up his own studio. Since he can't afford a receptionist yet, he has a steady rotation of friends Read more

Consumers have a tendency of falling for the next big health gimmick. Save your money on health duds with these Business Insider tips. No matter how many times we're told otherwise, Americans' obsession with get-healthy-quick schemes will likely never die. Too bad most of these fads aren't worth their weight in salt — or your hard-earned dollars. We've put together a list of some of the worst Read more

Getting into a gym rut is bad for body and mind. It can lead to the dreaded plateau, making losing those last few pounds difficult, and sticking to the same routine makes it very hard to stay motivated. Not only that, doing the same exercises can cause injuries as well — if you pay attention to certain muscles but neglect others, you put yourself at higher risk for injury. Luckily, there are Read more