The abrupt closure of two popular gyms in Oakland County at the end of 2022 has left members confused -- especially those who just signed deals last month.

A popular Royal Oak fitness destination shut down abruptly, and members want their money back.

Rhonda Walker has been helping Detroiters get motivated and ready for the day for the past 22 years. A confessed morning person, this award winning talented and versatile journalist starts her day at 2:00 am to co-anchor the weekday morning newscast at WDIV-Local 4 News. A position she’s held since 2003.

Rhonda Walker has been helping Detroiters get motivated and ready for the day for the past 22 years. A confessed morning person, this award winning talented and versatile journalist starts her day at 2:00 am to co-anchor the weekday morning newscast at WDIV-Local 4 News. A position she’s held since 2003.

Rhonda Walker has been helping Detroiters get motivated and ready for the day for the past 22 years. A confessed morning person, this award winning talented and versatile journalist starts her day at 2:00 am to co-anchor the weekday morning newscast at WDIV-Local 4 News. A position she’s held since 2003.

Rhonda Walker has been helping Detroiters get motivated and ready for the day for the past 22 years. A confessed morning person, this award winning talented and versatile journalist starts her day at 2:00 am to co-anchor the weekday morning newscast at WDIV-Local 4 News. A position she’s held since 2003.

ROYAL OAK, Mich. With everyone staying home due to the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, experts believe this is the perfect time for families to get in shape together. Health officials said the worst thing people can do right now is spend too much time on the couch. Caity Rose, a certified personal trainer at AKT in Royal Oak, said everyone needs to keep moving. Its going to help with sleep.If youre not comfortable going to a gym, thats OK, experts said. Even if you dont dance, Rose said you can turn a workout into a fun time for the family.

Our gyms may still be closed but that doesnt mean you cant get a great workout plus some social interaction at a safe distance. Fitness expert Jody Trierweiler joined us live this morning to talk about some gyms offering outdoor workouts. A lot of the studios that were doing virtual classes have brought them outdoors, said Trierweiler. The gyms featured in the segment were Jump-A-Rampa Movement and Fitness Center, Northville Athletix, AKT, and Jabs Gym. To learn more about what kind of outdoor workouts the gyms are offering and their locations watch the segment above.