Anybody else hate exercising alone?

AlexR117

It's a big issue I think and it's stopping me doing anything major. I feel like it would be a lot more doable if I had someone to exercise with!

concordancia

Be self reliant!

Studies show that what you are feeling is very common. However, the best way to find a buddy is to get out and do what you enjoy. If you like running, look for a group. Have you considered dance classes? Around here, there are body weight groups that meet in the park...

KeithWhiteJr

I am the opposite, I love going to the gym alone. I hate having to worry about what someone else is doing or when they will be ready to leave.

erickirb

Out of the 21-22 years I have been working out, about 18-19 of those have been alone. I get my workout done much faster on my own, less talking or waiting if I am ready for my next set. embrace it.

jjpptt2

Are you looking for company because you don't like the activity? IF so, would a different activity help?

Personally, more people is never the answer. To Anything. Ever.

quiksylver296

Nope.

TavistockToad

Nope, I run on my own 99% of the time.

L1zardQueen

I cherish my alone time.

RaevnW6

Only when I'm awake.

In truth, my motivation is strictly for my own weight loss so being alone kinda supports that. It's also a good time to relax my brain and just go - a form of running mediation if you will.

Sadly, the last time I ran with a friend, I couldn't shut up long enough to ask how he was doing. It might have been exercise but I didn't really feel like it.

BruinsGal_91

No. I like being answerable to only myself. My main activity is running, and unless I'm in a race I run alone. I love it. I thought about joining a running group, but I'm an introvert and I prefer my own company.

The husband and I belong to the same gym chain and we tend to visit different gyms in the chain. I prefer cardio, he lifts so we have different needs. On the rare occasions we go to a gym together, we don't exercise together and we both hate the feeling that one of us will be finished first and will be waiting for the other.

urloved33

for most of my life I worked out alone - its unusual to find someone that committed - but I began working out w a friend from work - who I though was committed - it lasted a couple months and shes gone. it is hard to go back to working out alone - even in this short of a time...but I AM.

urloved33

jjpptt2 wrote: »

Are you looking for company because you don't like the activity? IF so, would a different activity help?

Personally, more people is never the answer. To Anything. Ever.

omg this is so true. TO ANYTHING,. EVER.

anl90

I personally prefer to do my own thing, and go alone. I actually really don't like going with others.

zydeco69

I love having a buddy and it helps me big time. The time goes much faster. Invite someone to walk with you...I find that is the easiest to find someone to do with you. If you ask someone to go to the gym...I feel they don't. I guess too much commitment...but walking is easier. Good Luck!

Alimacbean

I don't mind working out alone, but I need someone to motivate me to actually work out. But I also find that because I'm so competitive, working out along with someone make me work harder.

MostlyWater

I wouldn't say I hate it, but I prefer group fitness classes.

LaurenD63

I don't mind working out with someone but I'd rather do it alone since I like to work on my own time and zone out to my music.

Steff46

I like doing my own thing. Too many times in the past I have invited someone along and they end up wanting to change everything about my activity. So no more, I just take my iPod and go alone.

PWRLFTR1

Nope, love working out alone. There's usually always someone at the gym to give me a spot if I need it.

Ck103084

Nope, lol. I prefer to exercise alone. You can belt out your favorite song or trip without anyone knowing.

cwolfman13

I like both...just kinda depends. I like lifting on my own. I enjoy both solo rides and just getting away from everything, but I also like getting together with my riding group on weekends and doing a group ride. I do not particularly like group classes except for spin which I don't do much of anymore since I changed gyms a few years ago.

When you say anything "major", what does that mean? Also, exercise can be a lot of things...most of my exercise is hobby and recreational activity as much as it is exercise...I mostly cycle...do some top rope rock climbing, hike in the mountains, etc.

The only deliberate "this is a workout" that I do is lift a couple times per week and I guess when I'm training for a cycling event and I have to be a lot more rigid in my training approach.

berky06

I walk/jog in the pool with my sister. We go everyday and do an hour. Sometimes our schedules don't work out that we can go together, and I hate doing it alone. Very boring. She has water proof ear phones that she uses when she goes alone and it doesn't bother her. Ive been thinking about getting a pair....

Keto_N_Iron

while I appreciate a spotter when going for a PR, no, I love to workout alone. just me and my music.

feisty_bucket

No, it's awful. It's not good socializing (can't properly pay attention and dialogue) and it's not good exercising (everybody has their own routines so you have to half-a** it).

Grimmerick

Depends on what I am doing but I prefer working out with others, I am lucky enough to work out with my coworkers/friends after work or during lunch in our physical therapy center which has classes and a nice gym

brookesdsu

Except for group water classes, I much prefer to go alone. I like to work out longer than my friends and I need to focus on me.

BattyKnitter

I love working out alone! I get gassy when I lift weights so I love my garage gym The only exception to this is yoga, I prefer doing it in a class.

If it's because you need someone else going to motivate you to also go that can often fail if the other person is flaky or not as determined as you.

mrboston00

I HATE IT BUT I DONT HAVE THE PATIENCE TO DEAL WITH CERTAIN STUFF AT THE GYM. EX: I HATE IT WHEN YOU ARE WORKING OUT WITH SOMONE AND THEY STOP EVBERYTIME THEY SEE SOMONE THEY KNOW JUST TO HOLD CONVERSATIONS WITH THEM. I HAVE A FRIEND LIKE THAT AND THE WORKOUT WE WERE DOING SHOULD HAVE TAKEN US ABOUT 1.5 HOURS TO COMPLETE. BUT INSTEAD IT TOOK US ALITTLE OVER 4 HRS. I WAS PISSED. SORRY FOR THE CAPS. KEYBORAD IS LOCKED

maybe1pe

I personally prefer working out alone. I work harder, but I'm also very self reliant and independent. I hate going to the gym with other people. I want to be off in my own world working, not having to worry about if the person I came with is ready to leave or whatever else.

The only things I like doing sometimes with other people is walk or hiking and even then my dog can fill that need.

Maybe I'm just crazy.

jelly_potato

This is why I do group lessons (zumba, body step, body pump). I can choose whether to feel included in a fun group activity or to focus on my own thing. In any case it makes me more competitive and helps me push myself harder. Plus I get to eventually make friends with regular goers.

TavistockToad

mrboston00 wrote: »

I HATE IT BUT I DONT HAVE THE PATIENCE TO DEAL WITH CERTAIN STUFF AT THE GYM. EX: I HATE IT WHEN YOU ARE WORKING OUT WITH SOMONE AND THEY STOP EVBERYTIME THEY SEE SOMONE THEY KNOW JUST TO HOLD CONVERSATIONS WITH THEM. I HAVE A FRIEND LIKE THAT AND THE WORKOUT WE WERE DOING SHOULD HAVE TAKEN US ABOUT 1.5 HOURS TO COMPLETE. BUT INSTEAD IT TOOK US ALITTLE OVER 4 HRS. I WAS PISSED. SORRY FOR THE CAPS. KEYBORAD IS LOCKED

More fool you for hanging around for 4 hours...