Does anyone go to the gym alone?
dniania
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I bought my friend a gym membership because we both wanted to lose weight now...she's backing out of going to the gym...and doesn't really want to go anymore so I have to go alone from now on...how can I motivate myself to go alone I rather have my friend with me but oh well
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Hire a trainer. A great way to get accustomed to the gym and get good instruction on correct way to exercise as well as get tips and maybe good advice on nutrition (not all trainers know nutrition well though). When your friend sees results she may get back in and then you and her can work out with the trainer together.
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Yes! I like going when I want to go and not relying on someone who might flake out on me!
Does your gym offer group classes? Those can be motivating.18 -
Hire a trainer. A great way to get accustomed to the gym and get good instruction on correct way to exercise as well as get tips and maybe good advice on nutrition (not all trainers know nutrition well though). When your friend sees results she may get back in and then you and her can work out with the trainer together.
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I can't afford one sadly2 -
Yes! I like going when I want to go and not relying on someone who might flake out on me!
Does your gym offer group classes? Those can be motivating.
My gym doesn't offer group classes! But that fact that I have to go alone upsets me but I have goals and I'm trying not to let it set me back3 -
I go alone. Honestly, I wouldn't have anyone to go with, but my schedule is erratic so I don't go at the same time each day. I do my own thing and I also take classes. I've met a lot of nice people and they make it fun to go to, especially for those 5:45AM classes. There are three a week that I like and it's the same core group. It's fun to meet people with similar ideas and goals, most of the people in my life, like the coworkers, think getting up early is crazy.
I also find doing my own thing is great, I plug in the earbuds and get it done. It's a great escape. I'm working on my weight and my health for me and can't rely on anyone to put as much importance in it as I do.11 -
Just remember every one there is generally there to better themselves and reach goals just like you! I find the gym to be a very positive place!5
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That was a nice gift (I wish someone would buy ME a gym membership!), but I think that was a false hope; when you don't invest your own money in something like that, there's really no down side to backing out. Sorry that happened after such good intentions.
That being said, I have a Sunday gym buddy, and I really like that, but go the rest of the week on my own. That way I can go when I want to and stay as long as I want. Usually, when I lift weights, I'm doing my own thing anyway (really not a great time to chat with a friend), and when I do cardio, I have my ear buds in and listening to tunes...the only way I can stand the machines.
Join a class, find a friend that's already a gym member, make a new friend...go yourself...it's all good. In the long run, it's going to be up to you anyway right. Might as well build your habits when you can!5 -
CarlydogsMom wrote: »That was a nice gift (I wish someone would buy ME a gym membership!), but I think that was a false hope; when you don't invest your own money in something like that, there's really no down side to backing out. Sorry that happened after such good intentions.
That being said, I have a Sunday gym buddy, and I really like that, but go the rest of the week on my own. That way I can go when I want to and stay as long as I want. Usually, when I lift weights, I'm doing my own thing anyway (really not a great time to chat with a friend), and when I do cardio, I have my ear buds in and listening to tunes...the only way I can stand the machines.
Join a class, find a friend that's already a gym member, make a new friend...go yourself...it's all good. In the long run, it's going to be up to you anyway right. Might as well build your habits when you can!
Thanks nicely put! I just wanted someone to have so I wouldn't be bored lol. I'm not going to let it stop me though1 -
This might not help, but it is personal experience. I go to the gym alone. Sometimes it is boring, sometimes it gives me an opportunity to think and decompress. Sometimes watch Netflix on my phone or listen to Pandora. At the end of the day you are going to the gym for yourself and therefore have to be accountable to the same, for better or worse.
ETA: Whatever happens, good luck
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I go alone. Honestly, I wouldn't have anyone to go with, but my schedule is erratic so I don't go at the same time each day. I do my own thing and I also take classes. I've met a lot of nice people and they make it fun to go to, especially for those 5:45AM classes. There are three a week that I like and it's the same core group. It's fun to meet people with similar ideas and goals, most of the people in my life, like the coworkers, think getting up early is crazy.
I also find doing my own thing is great, I plug in the earbuds and get it done. It's a great escape. I'm working on my weight and my health for me and can't rely on anyone to put as much importance in it as I do.
Thanks for the motivation/push!! I needed that
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I go solo; once you start going consistently (at the same time) you will realize the same gym rats more or less will be there time & time again. Your motivation/group accountability5
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I'm almost always at the gym alone. I can stick to my program and go at my own pace without worrying about anyone else.6
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I realize for me the only way to hold myself accountable is to go alone. Going with someone is nice, but I've learned from the past eventually that will fall through and I have to be able to go alone.
The first few times were weird, but eventually going to the gym just felt like going to work or home. It's a part of my routine now.
I don't get bored, but I'm working out at moderate intensity. Usually, I listen to music the entire time or if I'm doing steady cardio I will watch whatever show is on the gym tv. I find I'm too distracted to watch any of my shows on Netflix that I actually care about.0 -
I always go alone. In fact I have never thought of going with someone.
I just go, do my weights, and leave. I am not good at socializing and working out.
Cheers, h.
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i'm all about gym-ing alone. there are people i 'know' once i get there, but i'd hate having to do it with someone i know.
i like the privacy of not having any rl people involved in my gym existence. i don't 'have to' do anything, that way. i guess i like working out on my own recognizance best.how can I motivate myself to go alone I rather have my friend with me but oh well
i would say go, and see if going doesn't expand your social circle a bit. i belong to a group here and have a cluster of 'friends' who are most of what i need as far as people to co-motivate and talk to about the whole thing. one of the reasons why i'm happier not having real-life 'buddies' is because with my real life friends, there's no guarantee we'll both end up equally into it. i've already got the reasons why i'm friends with those people, and sure it's shared interest. but a shared interest in non-gym stuff really doesn't guarantee you're going to share that one too. i don't think you 'need' your friend with you as much as it might seem to you.
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I prefer by myself most times. Get it done and get outta there2
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I prefer to go to the gym alone. As much as I don't like to admit it, I'm naturally competitive in nature despite the fact that all my friends somehow seem to be in better shape than me, so it usually ends up with me being frustrated and angry even if they did nothing wrong. I like getting to do the things I want, however I want, because I'm going to the gym for me and no one else. I'm a social person and like being around friends, but the gym is where I can put on my headphones and just be with myself for a while. Just think about it as a way to center and take care of yourself, and you don't need anyone else.5
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I always go alone. Don't let someone else's decisions drag you down. Put on your big girl panties and get to the gym!4
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I only go alone. I find it meditative.3
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Why go with a friend? Do your thing.3
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95% of the time, I'm at the gym alone. It's fine. My girlfriend and I go at the same time maybe once a month or so which is a cool novelty, but it's really not practical for the day-to-day grind of it.
As for motivation, that's your own trip. Mostly, you've got to care and value fitness over sloth.
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I always go alone whether it be to the gym or for an outdoor run. I prefer it that way as I like to put my headphones in and get on with it. I find when I go with people they like to talk haha..0
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I joined alone and always go alone. The gym is something I feel is needed for me. It also meant that I have met some very nice new friends at the gym. Also ran into some friends I did not know were also at that gym
Often I see the ones coming together sticking together and not blending in and getting to know people.3 -
I've always exercised alone (apart from the odd bike ride or walk with my husband, but that is more for fun that exercise) and it suits me just fine.
I like to listen to audiobooks or podcasts and enjoy my running or walking or riding time. I would get annoyed going with someone else, it's not about them, it's about me.1 -
I go alone and much prefer it that way; I can do my own thing and not get annoyed by other people. Even if my darling husband went with me, I'd get irritated by him.
I take my ipod and listen to music of my choice (the stuff blasted out at the gym is a bit much for me) or plug it into the machines that have a screen and watch a program whilst doing cardio - its a great way of catching up on the news which is difficult to do at home.
Plus it's time for ME. Away from everything, I can concentrate on ME and not worry about the children, housework etc. Probably selfish but it's really nice to be me again, if only for a hour or so a day. Plus I can take as long as I like in the shower without worrying that someone is waiting for me!
There are a few people at the gym who I'm on speaking terms with now as well, not much more than "hello" or "that was a crazy class" but it's quite nice. No protracted conversations, just a word or two here and there.4 -
If you don't enjoy working out alone,and your gym doesn't have classes,you could try to find some workout buddies.Put a note on a bulletin board if they have one.For ladies,and beginners etc...Say what times you like to come to the gym,and you might find some people to train with.Some gym members might like to have a buddy system.You do the cardio machines,or go through a circuit of leg exercises one time,upper body the next.It might help some people get motivated to show up.0
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I always go alone. I wouldn't get a real workout in if I went with someone else. If I can chat, I'm not really working hard enough. I see the gym as "me time". It's a time for me to put on music I like, close out the world and focus on doing something good for myself.
I think the idea of getting a trainer or finding a new gym buddy is good though, but you might come to enjoy the time to yourself like I have. I used to hate the idea of the gym, but now I look forward to it and get sad on my rest days.5 -
I go solo; once you start going consistently (at the same time) you will realize the same gym rats more or less will be there time & time again. Your motivation/group accountability
This!! The staff know me by name. Lots of other members know my face and/or name. We cheer each other on, give each other crap, etc.3 -
Yep. @4am...I'm truly the ONLY one there...
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