This year is all about saving money every day while trying to increase your income potential. If you did one thing each day that could save as little as $5 over the course of a year, you could have an extra $1800 in your pocket at the end of the year. Not all of these tips may apply to you, so to keep it fair, not all of them will apply to me.

I’d like to start this by saying, “I can’t feel my legs.” I haven’t been able to feel them since 5:00 this evening. That was when my dear friend suggested after 20 minutes of cycling and 20 minutes of weights that “wall sits” would be a good idea.

Two nights ago, my friend was talking about joining a gym, but lamenting how expensive they can be. I was simultaneously whining about how I don’t work out because I don’t have anyone to work out with. A solution was born. My complex has a pretty nice little gym, with ellipticals, bicycle machines, treadmills, and some nice circuit weight machines. Usage is included in my rent.

As of today, my friend now works out with me at my apartment (for free). She gets the equipment, and we both get the needed motivation of having someone pushing you a little harder. Choosing a complex with a gym saves our family $40 a month. It is also now saving our friends $40 a month. (I’m only including the data for our family.)

The gym is a residential amenity, one of many available at most medium to large-sized apartment complexes. Last year, I took advantage of the business center to fax resumes. This year, in addition to the gym, we hope to take advantage of the outdoor barbecue area and the pool.

That is if I can walk by then.

365 Days of Saving Money: $1515 Annually (Running Total)

Andi B.

Andi B.