If you travel frequently, the hotel fitness center may be your only outlet for physical activity. When using shared equipment, practice proper etiquette to ensure a sanitary experience and avoid irritating other guests. Here's how to be a courteous gym goer.

How to Be Considerate When Exercising at a Hotel

1. Use Headphones

Many people have a dedicated playlist that energizes them for a workout. Always listen to your music through headphones or earbuds when exercising in a shared space. This will ensure the surrounding guests can enjoy their own music and that yours won't disrupt their focus.

2. Wipe the Machines

Wipe everything you use after finishing a set. This ensures the person after you doesn't start their exercise with sweaty equipment, which can make them feel uncomfortable and turned off. Bring a towel with you to cover any benches and seats, and use any available disinfectant sprays to sanitize the surface for the next person.

3. Watch the Time

Since you're exercising in a communal fitness area, limit the time spent at each station. Monopolizing a machine will deny others its usage—rotate to a different one so that others can have a turn. If someone is on a piece of equipment you want to use, give them room to finish and be patient.

If you need to travel frequently and want to stay at a hotel with a fitness center, book a room at Denali Totem Inn in Healy, AK. Their exercise space includes several weight machines, treadmills, and elliptical trainers so that you won't have to wait long periods to use them. They also have a sauna and endless pool that you can enjoy to wind down after a workout. Get more information about their fitness center online, or call (907) 683-6500 to make a reservation.