
Should you shower (and shave) at the gym to save money?
Gemma Bird, aka Money Mum, shares her advice for if you’re feeling the pinch.
A post on Mumsnet has caused a stir after an anonymous poster said:
“Got into a debate recently with a friend over the showers at our local gym. Given the prices of everything going up, the cost of living being more expensive, and the fact that the gym membership itself isn't cheap, every time I go I take full advantage of the 'free' hot shower. I always take shampoo, conditioner, body wash, a razor, face scrub/wash and generally everything I use in a shower as if I were at home.
“Friend saw my razor and was mortified that I shave in the public showers. I don't personally think it's dirty and I don't mind the thought of someone else also shaving in them. I'm only talking legs and armpits, no pubic hair as I get a wax. Maybe that's too much information, but I think if I didn't get a wax then maybe I would do my pubic hair as well?â€
Gemma Bird, known online as Money Mum joined Emma Barnett on ÃÛÑ¿´«Ã½ Radio 4’s Woman’s Hour to discuss whether she thinks it’s a good idea. She also shared her tips on how to save money if you’re feeling the pinch during the cost of living crisis. Listen back on ÃÛÑ¿´«Ã½ Sounds for her advice.
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