bigger girl at the gym

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  • MsTanya77
    MsTanya77 Posts: 357 Member
    There used to be times where I was the bigges girl in the group exercise classes, and I was a size 14. Mostly everyone in the class was a size 10 or smaller. I used that as motivation to be better than everyone in the class. I was show those thinner girls up by jumping higher, running faster, dropping lower, it was just force me to excel even more, so don't look at it as a negative. Use it as motivation.
  • hazelnut861
    hazelnut861 Posts: 390 Member
    I think it's awesome to see people trying to improve. People are usually too occupied with their own workouts to pay attention and if they're not they should be.
  • marz42
    marz42 Posts: 223 Member
    I used to go to Lifetime and I felt that way there. It felt like I was the only there that wasn't already fit. I turned on my headset from the moment I walked in and just went about my business and no one bothered me. Now I go to Planet Fitness and they have all these signs about no judgement etc. There are people at PF of all shapes and sizes, and so far no one has said anything. I like to watch the really fit people running or going fast on the eliptical while I do a brisk walk on the tredmill, its good inspiration.
  • abbybean11
    abbybean11 Posts: 122 Member
    If I ever notice that, I'm usually really impressed because I know how much harder it is to work out when you have a lot of extra weight to carry around. So think of it that way - you are doing the most work there and that makes you stronger even than any of those trainers.
  • TheAnie
    TheAnie Posts: 180 Member
    If they're watching you then they're not working on their own fitness. Don't even worry about it.
  • dward2011
    dward2011 Posts: 416 Member
    To be honest, I don't pay attention to anyone else. I am there for ME. I'm not looking around and watching what others are doing. I am trying to workout.
  • lynnetted43
    lynnetted43 Posts: 252
    are you kidding? that is exactly where you belong. girl... you gotta start somewhere and kudos for you for even going. i have been in your shoes. after the birth of my 2nd child, who is now 11, i weighed 316. you gotta start somewhere. im a trainer, and i think it is great for you to even start out the smart way. you are learning what your body can handle, and i t will adjust as you lose weight and keep going!!:smile:
  • aftergypsies
    aftergypsies Posts: 248 Member
    Don't worry about what others think. Just focus on yourself and keep in mind that you are doing yourself a world of good. How can anyone be judgmental about that? I admit I used to be insecure about running outside in front of people in the middle of the day but now I just go - have my music on blast and when I see people looking at me or a couple of people looking at me I just imagine they are saying/thinking nice things lol.
  • redcat17
    redcat17 Posts: 267 Member
    I used to go to Lifetime and I felt that way there. It felt like I was the only there that wasn't already fit. I turned on my headset from the moment I walked in and just went about my business and no one bothered me. Now I go to Planet Fitness and they have all these signs about no judgement etc. There are people at PF of all shapes and sizes, and so far no one has said anything. I like to watch the really fit people running or going fast on the eliptical while I do a brisk walk on the tredmill, its good inspiration.


    Really? I go to a Lifetime Onyx gym and its not like that at all. It seems like at least half of the people at my gym are middle-aged, and I see people of all sizes and fitness levels. I guess it depends on the location and neighborhood you're in.
  • amyy902
    amyy902 Posts: 290 Member
    noone has the right to judge someone, we all go to the gym because noone just has a perfect body you dont stay fit by sitting on la bumbum. im a PT and i dont normally notice others in the gym, i actually really like it when i do see people who are there trying to better them selfs. the only thing i ever worry about is technique, i dont like seeing poor technique well mainly incorrect technique because i worry someone will hurt themselfs!!! but good for you and keep at it :D the gyms for everyone, no matter what their shape or size :)
  • warmachinejt
    warmachinejt Posts: 2,162 Member
    i would concentrate more on what people are doing at the gym but those 200lbs (on my barbell) i'm starting off with are not going to push/pull themselves...
  • Maridelsol82
    Maridelsol82 Posts: 90
    Actually in one of my weight trianing classes at the gym the instructor provides this and other modifications for a burpee for everyone. Burpees are hard! After about 20 I have to do the modified burpee too! so don't worry! Plus as others have said the gym is to get in shape or stay in shape! Keep up the good work!
  • skinnylion
    skinnylion Posts: 213
    I think everyone feels that whey when they first start going to the gym! Don't worry about what other people are thinking. None of them would be there if they weren't trying to be healthy, and they won't judge you for what you are doing to get healthy either. And if they DO, they're just jerks. Keep up the good work! The more you go the more comfortable you will feel there.
  • Perfectdiamonds1
    Perfectdiamonds1 Posts: 347 Member
    Stay there and dont get down on yourself. Every deserves to be there doing something. Take it step by step. You are making a good start. Just think where you will be in a few months. Keep doing what you are doing.
  • peppermintpatty66
    peppermintpatty66 Posts: 4
    Being a bigger girl and going to the gym shows you are trying to look and feel better. It is easy for those skinny ones to do those exercise. It is not easy for us big ones but just think in a few months you will be doing the same as the skinny ones. I'm very big and I go to the gym and I just tune those people out of my mind and pretend they are not there. Just think of the rewards you will have as the scales go down and your body gets thinner. Keep it up. You can do it.
  • AlmstHvn
    AlmstHvn Posts: 376 Member
    I just wanna hug you! Us big gals rock hard! Keep plugging at it, no worries!
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  • Flixie00
    Flixie00 Posts: 1,195 Member
    I joined my gym last July weighing in at 273 lbs (5 ft 10"), so I was that "big" girl. I felt self conscious the 1st couple of weeks of going, but I soon got comfortable and am now a gym addict. I have had both staff and gym members stop me to congratulate me on my transformation, so yes they were watching me in the gym, but have all been supportive. My PT often tells me that seeing someone go from being unfit & heavy to fit & slim is what impresses him, and I think most people feel that way.

    I know that when I see a new heavy gym member really going for it at my gym I am always impressed, and if I didn't feel so self conscious I would like to go over and congratulate them.
  • Spanaval
    Spanaval Posts: 1,200 Member
    There are a-holes everywhere. Don't let them get in the way of your health and well-being.
  • ichorica
    ichorica Posts: 475 Member
    Got to keep in mind who you are doing it for? Yourself or others? That's what really helped me! BIG GIRLS CAN RUN TOO! I don't care who see's me run anymore cause I'm doing it for me. Not for them! Go to the gym girl and do your thang!! WHOOP!
  • celeste_xo
    celeste_xo Posts: 88
    No way!! Honestly, there's nothing more important than trying to improve your health. If I'm at the gym and I see a bigger person trying their hardest, it makes me happy to see people trying to make a positive change in their lives! Don't let anyone's negative thoughts affect your actions. At any rate, you'll sure show them after you're slim and healthy!
  • georgew80
    georgew80 Posts: 3
    Forget the haters. I used to feel the same way when I was 375lbs and just starting out. I'd go into the shower in my boxers and t-shirt and put them on before i came out. I was very self concious.

    A trainer at my gym noticed me doing this and said "you gotta be comfortable in you. *&*% what others think. You're doing this for you."

    I'm still somewhat self-concious 112lbs later, but now, it's not as big an issue and the comments are just of astonishment at how far I've come.
  • smilingchica
    smilingchica Posts: 279 Member
    We ALL feel that way, the more I go the more confident I feel, i especially like being the only female in the all-male weights area, especially on a saturday lol. I am NOT confident but i fake it till i make it girl! I have my headphones on super loud so I just drown out the insecurities enough so i can get my workout done.

    You are amazing for going and trying it and sticking with it! :flowerforyou:
  • Funsoaps
    Funsoaps Posts: 514 Member
    If everyone had perfect bodies, then why go to the gym?

    When I see a large person at the gym, I don't judge, I think "good for them-,keep it up!". I have no sympathy for the thin/fit ones lol...
  • jching29
    jching29 Posts: 163
    Hahaha, this comic is relevant: http://theoatmeal.com/comics/gym
  • AthenaErr
    AthenaErr Posts: 278 Member
    That look is probably respect. Thats what I feel when I see a big person at the gym - because you are there and I know how hard it is. I think most people are like me - and if they aren't they arent worth knowing.

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