When it gets to this time of year - approaching bikini weather - people run out and join high-priced gyms in a desperate attempt to shape up for summer.

But you've got just as much opportunity to work out and lose weight without hitting your debit card with the bill of a swanky gym membership.

Go running - around your neighborhood or around the park, grab a friend and go for a run - it's cheaper than a treadmill!

Get a cheap fitness trampoline - there's nothing like a little bounce for that added work out boost - or if you know someone with an 8ft trampoline (for the kids, maybe) go and borrow it, it works loads of muscles.

Run up and down stairs - there's no better cardio work out, do it at home or outdoors.

Find a fitness DVD in a charity shop - you can always find one there! They're not all great, but some are really worth having a go.

Good luck!

Photo: befiitter (Flickr)

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