Anybody else hate exercising alone?

AlexR117
AlexR117 Posts: 10 Member
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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!
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  • concordancia
    concordancia Posts: 5,320 Member
    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...
  • quiksylver296
    quiksylver296 Posts: 28,439 Member
    Nope.
  • TavistockToad
    TavistockToad Posts: 35,719 Member
    Nope, I run on my own 99% of the time.
  • L1zardQueen
    L1zardQueen Posts: 8,753 Member
    I cherish my alone time.
  • RaevnW6
    RaevnW6 Posts: 20 Member
    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
    BruinsGal_91 Posts: 1,400 Member
    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
    urloved33 Posts: 3,323 Member
    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
    urloved33 Posts: 3,323 Member
    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
    anl90 Posts: 928 Member
    I personally prefer to do my own thing, and go alone. I actually really don't like going with others.
  • zydeco69
    zydeco69 Posts: 64 Member
    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! :smile:
  • Alimacbean
    Alimacbean Posts: 120 Member
    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
    MostlyWater Posts: 4,294 Member
    I wouldn't say I hate it, but I prefer group fitness classes.
  • LaurenD63
    LaurenD63 Posts: 57 Member
    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
    Steff46 Posts: 516 Member
    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
    PWRLFTR1 Posts: 324 Member
    Nope, love working out alone. There's usually always someone at the gym to give me a spot if I need it.
  • Ck103084
    Ck103084 Posts: 139 Member
    Nope, lol. I prefer to exercise alone. You can belt out your favorite song or trip without anyone knowing. :#;)
  • cwolfman13
    cwolfman13 Posts: 41,865 Member
    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
    berky06 Posts: 210 Member
    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
    Keto_N_Iron Posts: 5,385 Member
    while I appreciate a spotter when going for a PR, no, I love to workout alone. just me and my music.
  • feisty_bucket
    feisty_bucket Posts: 1,047 Member
    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
    Grimmerick Posts: 3,342 Member
    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
    brookesdsu Posts: 47 Member
    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
    BattyKnitter Posts: 503 Member
    edited February 2018
    I love working out alone! I get gassy when I lift weights so I love my garage gym :wink: 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
    mrboston00 Posts: 20 Member
    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
    maybe1pe Posts: 529 Member
    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
    jelly_potato Posts: 77 Member
    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
    TavistockToad Posts: 35,719 Member
    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...

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