Planet Fitness is offering high school students a free opportunity to stay active this summer.
High school students ages 14-19 are able to work out for free at any Planet Fitness location in the United States and Canada.
Local teens can take advantage of the offer at nearby locations in Derry, Londonderry, Salem, Plaistow, Methuen, Haverhill and Andover.
The High School Summer Pass program is entering its fifth year and aims to help students keep up with fitness during the summer.
“It allows teens the opportunity to prioritize their mental and physical wellness goals during a critical time when school is out and important academic and extracurricular programs such as sports, gym class and after-school activities are in recess,” Planet Fitness said.
While the program attempts to improve student’s physical health, it also prioritizes their mental health. The company conducted a survey on the topic and found exercise often increases happiness.
“Ninety percent of teens say exercise helps them feel happy, with 88 percent noting improved mood after exercise,” Planet Fitness said.
The program has successfully helped teens across the country develop beneficial exercise practices during the summer.
The program will run from June 1 to Aug. 31. Visit planetfitness.com/summerpass for more details and to register.