Social Anxiety at the Gym?!

kidtechnical

If you want to go back because you want to work out with or at the same time as your partner, then ask the gym if they do induction sessions. Most good gyms do, because they want you to be able to work the equipment without hurting yourself. They'll take you round and show you how everything works. Ask if they can do you a workout programme, again, most gyms do, because they want you to get the best results from their gym then you'll keep going & recommend them to friends. I've felt the same as you when I first joined a gym, but once I gained confidence with the equipment or the workout I soon found I was too busy being challenged to people watch and realised that others were doing the same. However, if it's really too much for you then just stick with your work place as it obviously works for you. x

borichfan

I have a social anxiety problem too, i'm very shy. This is why i buy my own equipment & workout at home. I have bedrooms full of exercise machines & equipment.

hecky86

Where can I find this jack3d stuff,I have the same issue.....Thanks

backinthenines

I have the same problem so I joined Curves. Only women there, don't have to worry about adjusting weights. There are women of all ages and sizes that go. The curves ladies are so nice. I was nervous the first few times but no it is no big deal.

hmmm... I find other women are often the harshest critics...

The men just get on with their training.

limonami

I have the same problem.
I went once with my sister at the Gym.
And I felt so self conscious the whole time I was there.
Can you say feel the burn
And I'm not talking about the workout.
I'm talking about
People that like to stare, and to me that's just rude.

I'm not one for gym settings so I try to get in exercises by walking.
I go to the biggest stores I can find and walk around for an hour or two.
This I do when It's not so nice out.
Or when I'm feeling somewhat lazy LOL.

For people like me that don't like crowds that much.
Walking on trails is always a plus.
We have trails galore here where I live.
A lot of them go into the bush.
So they can go on for hours.
It's a nice and easy exercise and you get to enjoy the scenery and get a free dose of Vitamin D.

limonami

I have the same problem.
I went once with my sister at the Gym.
And I felt so self conscious the whole time I was there.
Can you say feel the burn
And I'm not talking about the workout.
I'm talking about
People that like to stare, and to me that's just rude.

I'm not one for gym settings so I try to get in exercises by walking.
I go to the biggest stores I can find and walk around for an hour or two.
This I do when It's not so nice out.
Or when I'm feeling somewhat lazy LOL.

For people like me that don't like crowds that much.
Walking on trails is always a plus.
We have trails galore here where I live.
A lot of them go into the bush.
So they can go on for hours.
It's a nice and easy exercise and you get to enjoy the scenery and get a free dose of Vitamin D.