WALK YOUR WAY TO WEALTH Are you spending too much to lose those extra pounds? Joining a gym can hurt your financial health. Instead, jogging or walking in the neighbourhood park can help you save Rs 6.15 lakh. Here’s how: Gym membership fee per month: Rs 500 Cost of jogging or walking in neighbourhood park: Zero Savings: Rs 500 per month If that money was invested in a scheme that earned 10% a year, it would grow to Rs 6.15 lakh in 25 years And we have not even factored in the future rise in gym charges or the immeasurable health benefit of exercising in an oxygen-charged environment. COOL COMFORT Is bottled water a drain on your pocket? Carry a thermos flask filled with cold water whenever you go out with the family. This simple measure can help you save Rs 1.18 lakh over 25 years. Here’s how: 2 bottles of water cost Rs 24 Outing per month 4 Monthly Cost Rs 96 If that money was invested in a scheme that earned 10% a year, it would grow to Rs 1.18 lakh in 25 years And we have not even factored in the imminent rise in prices of bottled water which would increase your savings or the immeasurable benefit of having safe and cool water always at hand. Index |