In my previous post, I mentioned joining a YMCA to exercise. I did just that 5 days ago and I’ve taken full advantage of my membership in that time. I think the Y may be the best kept secret in the country. I joined primarily for use of the swimming pool but I quickly discovered they have so much more to offer. In the pool area, they have a hydro pool (hot tub). The hot jets work wonders as foot massagers. They also have both a steam room and a dry sauna. Just what the doctor ordered when it’s cold and wet outside. They have numerous classes each day. Unlike other gyms I’ve joined, they do NOT require a separate payment. It’s all covered by your membership fee. I’ve never played racquetball but they have 2 courts and said I could use one to hit a tennis ball against the wall with my tennis racket. Sweet. For those of you who like to combine socializing with your workout, I noticed that several of the senior guys would sit around drinking coffee after their exercise sessions. If they’re like this all across the country, that will be a major factor in my choice of future campgrounds.