Gym....

xspecialkx
xspecialkx Posts: 3
edited November 10 in Motivation and Support
Hello!!!

I need some tips if anyone can help!

I go spinning twice a week at my gym... I don't really feel like this is doing much for me anymore and want to start just going on the gym floor!

Now my problem is really really silly but I am too nervous about going on my own!

When I go spinning I go with 2 friends! Now I really want to get up an go on my own in the morning, start as I mean to go on and all that!

Is the gym that bad going on your own? Also is 20 mins on the cross trainer and 20 mins on the running machine enough?

x

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  • Tubby2Toned
    Tubby2Toned Posts: 130 Member
    Just remember that everyone walks into the gym a first time, and feels exactly the same way. It's intimidating for about two visits, then you realize you're seeing the same people and they're harmless. They are more concerned with how THEY appear any way!
    You'll probably meet a friend or two anyway. Good luck!
  • xspecialkx
    xspecialkx Posts: 3
    Thank you! It just seems like such a big place for such a small me!

    I know it's a really silly thing to be worried about! Alarm is set though so hopefully I'll get up an do it!!! x
  • danielle1983cov
    danielle1983cov Posts: 48
    Go for it! I always go to the gym on my own! The best thing to do is book an induction, even if it's at the same place you already go to for your spin class. I joined a gym again in January and made sure I had a very quick induction, just to familiarise myself with things and also to ask for advice about the right exercises for you: the staff are usually very helpful! The next couple of times I went at 5am so it was fairly quiet, this gave me time to suss out how all the different machines worked without feeling like an idiot in front of everyone! You may feel like a fish out of water the first time, but I'm sure everyone is just concentrating on their own workout. Your fitness will improve so quickly it's unreal!

    Good luck!x
  • aminakhan1980
    aminakhan1980 Posts: 105 Member
    I always go to the gym by myself, and yes, when I first started I felt weird as heck! But once u get over that u will LOVE going! I do the eliptical, and mostly I take classes! They are super fun and u have like a whole support system there. I'm sure ur gym has someone to show you around the machines and familiarize you with them. Try different ones out and your body will let you know which ones it likes and for how long. Start small and slow and build yourself up. Sometimes your body isn't used to doing certain exersizes so it seems tough at first, but in no time you will be flying on those things! Good luck!
  • good2bthaking
    good2bthaking Posts: 325 Member
    You may feel awkward at first but it will get easier to do every time. Also, pick the brains of the staff at the gym because they are always willing to help you out. The more you go the more comfortable you should feel.Good luck!!
  • lynheff
    lynheff Posts: 393 Member
    Most people are busy with what they are doing and don't pay any attention to you. You are all there for the same reason. I have belonged to gyms for years and found most of the people to be friendly.
  • xspecialkx
    xspecialkx Posts: 3
    Thank you all for your replies!

    I'm just being silly!!

    Being on the gym tomorrow at 6:30 x
  • margiehernandez
    margiehernandez Posts: 6
    I also go to the gym on my own. I know what you mean by being intimidated! Where I go they have a women's gym separately from the co-ed one that I use regularly. You may want to find out if your gym has coaches roaming around that could explain the types of machines that would be best for your fitness goals.

    In addition, maybe taking other cardio classes such as body combat, zumba, kickboxing, or strength training classes like body pump or MRT will motivate you since you have already been to a class before. Keep trying something new and make it fun. Best of luck to you!! :smile:
  • soaps54
    soaps54 Posts: 564 Member
    Good luck! I was nervous about going by myself when I first started too but since then I've realized I actually enjoy working out by myself more - it's me time. Plus, you'll see everyone is busy doing their own thing so people generally tune each other out.
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