As the calender counts down to 2023, you may find yourself struggling to find the gifts your loved ones have been longing for at a reasonable price. Here are just a few tips that will help you save money on all your fitness-related purchases this December. And make note, these tips can be used all year round!
Take Advantage of Secondhand Clothing Stores:
While most people desire the newest, top-of-the-line fitness fashion, you will find that shopping at secondhand clothing stores can give you the items you need at a price you will love. You’ll find that items range from lightly used to brand new, sometimes even with the original tags still on the product. Such items that can be found at these kinds of stores are running shoes, athletic shorts, leggings, t-shirts, tank tops, and much more. So, while others pay outrageous prices for their athletic wear, this is an option that is affordable for all and provides people of all kinds with the attire they need to work out.
Shop Smarter Online:
People all over the world have made changes to their daily routines thanks to the lasting effects of the COVID-19 pandemic, and online shopping is one of them. E-commerce sales grew by 43% during 2020 and rose all the way to an astronomical $815.4 billion in total (Brewster, 2022). While these big companies continue to rake in unfathomable incomes, there are still ways you can save money. One effective yet often overlooked trick is to simply type the product you are looking for and add the word “sale” in the search bar. Another great way to save money online is to install extensions on your browser designed to look up coupon codes for various websites. Services such as PayPal, Honey, or Retail Me Not search for online coupon codes and can apply them to your order at the checkout, saving you some money on things your loved ones may be wishing to find underneath your Christmas tree.
Utilize Online Marketplaces:
In your community, there are thousands of people looking to get rid of unwanted fitness products, including both attire and equipment. Using online marketplaces, such as Facebook Marketplace, allows you to search for items that people in your area are getting rid of. This can be an excellent way to buy used or even new gifts at a fraction of what the original buyer paid. All kinds of items are available, from weights and benches to treadmills and stationary bikes. You may even find an item that can be shipped straight to your door. No matter how you may get it, using online marketplaces can help you save this holiday season.
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References
Brewster, M. (2022, April 27). Annual Retail Trade Survey Shows Impact of Online Shopping on Retail Sales During COVID-19 Pandemic. United States Census Bureau. https://www.census.gov/library/stories/2022/04/ecommerce-sales-surged-during-pandemic.html#:~:text=According%20to%20the%20most%20recent,to%20%24815.4%20billion%20in%202020.
