That $99/Month Gym Could Cost You $206,000 by Retirement

What happens when you invest the difference between gym fees and home equipment over 30 years

The Details

The average gym member visits just 4.8 times per month after the first year, making the per-visit cost $20.63. A $3,000 home setup amortizes to $0.27 per workout over 30 years assuming 3x weekly use.

What this means for you

Retirement decisions compound — getting one of these details wrong can cost tens of thousands of dollars over a retirement. The good news: most of these mistakes are completely avoidable if you understand how the rule actually works.

Next step

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