TMC to open 35 more open gyms in Thane

To make Thanekars more healthy and fit, Thane municipal corporation (TMC) has decided to open 35 open-air gymnasiums at various locations in the city. The eleven gyms that already exist at various spots are widely utilised and appreciated by Thanekars.

Fitness is the way to a healthy life. However, the high fees in gyms become a dampener for many enthusiasts. So, the free gyms will come as a boon for Thanekars. "We had started open gyms at 11 spots in Thane on an experimental basis. After receiving huge response from Thanekars, TMC commissioner Sanjeev Jaiswal has decided to start more," said Sandeep Malvi, public relations officer of the corporation. "These gyms will be complete and functional by the end of November," he added.

The gyms will be opened at places like Rutu Park, Highland Park, Swastik Park, Dharma Patil Udyan in Manpada, Vastu Anand Sankul in Kalwa, Vrindavan Society in Rabodi, Rajivnagar in Rayladevi, Wagles Estate, Kachrali lake, Naupada, Uthalsar, Mumbra, etc. They will have all modern equipment like air-walkers, tai chi spinners, ab boards, chest press, shoulder press, ramblers, spinning cycle, etc.

The current open gyms of the civic body at Bara Bangala, Teen Hath naka, Dhokali, Louiswadi and other places are quite a hit among Thanekars.