Buying a gym membership as a gift is a great idea. It is wonderful to present someone with the gift of better health and good energy. It says that you really care about the person and want them to challenge him or her to be the best they can be.

If you're buying someone a gym membership as a gift then it probable that you know that person quite well. You'll know where they live (if it's not in your home) and what locations are convenient for them to reach daily. If you know the person well, you'll be able to tell which facilities the person will be likely to use. You will want to match the person to their workout interests which could include lifting free-weights, lifting on weight machines, cardio machines, swimming, and running track and workout classes. Many gyms also offer fitness trainers and nutritionists.

If you are able to match your person up with an appropriate facility for all of their needs and interests then by all means go for it. However, there is an alternative.
You could write the person an IOU for their choice of gym. You may want to give their IOU an expiration date (say Jan.1, 2008?) so they feel motivated to decide quickly (all out of love of course). This gives them the freedom to choose their own place yet they still get the full goodness of your intention.

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