Fitness centers are a welcome sight to its new and former members, as the pandemic hasn’t stopped many from pursuing their New Year’s resolutions.
Chris Wagner, membership director of the Renaissance Athletic Club in Benton Harbor, said January always seems to be its busiest time of year.
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