Do you go to the gym alone or with a buddy?

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  • jennaworksout
    jennaworksout Posts: 1,739 Member
    Alone, I can get in my zone, noone rushing me or interupting....I feel I get more done. Turn the tunes on and go!!!
  • nayj90
    nayj90 Posts: 1 Member
    I go with a buddy, but it's for accountability, not to actually work out together. He has his routine, I have mine. But, we find each other and check in to make sure we are there. The accountability makes sure I get out of bed at 6am when I would rather be sleeping!
  • thetrishwarp
    thetrishwarp Posts: 838 Member
    I go alone usually. Sometimes I'll go with a friend but we show up/leave together, do our own things while we're there, or we'll go to a class together. I don't find the gym to be a social thing, so I'm totally content to just get in, get out, and move on with my day.
  • JanetLM73
    JanetLM73 Posts: 1,226 Member
    By myself, I brisk walk/jog with my ipod and I have a gym in my house. There are some days that I'll do weights with the hubby, but he drives me nuts so it's doesn't happen very often.
  • sarahrbraun
    sarahrbraun Posts: 2,261 Member
    When I started working out in February, my friend and I agreed to keep each other accountable for missing workouts. Sadly, she has chronic migraines, so she misses many workouts. I do like when she comes--chatting with her makes our time on the treadmill go faster. Since I AM dedicated to getting back in shape, I go 3-4x a week whether she can go or not. As a result, I have lost 17 pounds, and she hasn't lost a thing....
  • tcbutler
    tcbutler Posts: 146
    Well, since tearing both rotator cuffs and more within the last 10 years, I don't do any heavy lifting any more so I don't really need a spotter. I like to do total body workouts, doing supersets and using multiple bars, etc, and this takes up a good portion of the small weight room we have at work, so I like to workout alone. That way I don't get in anyone else's way and vice versa.
  • Cindy311
    Cindy311 Posts: 780 Member
    I guess it all depends. I work out at home and I prefer to be alone because I'm either lifting weights or running on the treadmill. If I'm outside walking I prefer company.
  • StrongerJess
    StrongerJess Posts: 185 Member
    I go with my boyfriend. He is super supportive of me, and he makes me feel way less self-conscious since I am usually one of the biggest girls there. He makes me feel comfortable and we push each other to make the most of our hour there. :smile:
  • Elizabeth_C34
    Elizabeth_C34 Posts: 6,376 Member
    I used to go alone, but now I go to classes at my gym, and I like it.
  • DOElston
    DOElston Posts: 102
    If a friend or family member goes with me, that's a bonus. I usually go alone because it's more important to go than wait around for someone else to join me.
  • wellbert
    wellbert Posts: 3,924 Member
    Wife and I go. We do the same lifts.
    It's nice, most the time.
  • catshark209
    catshark209 Posts: 1,133 Member
    Oh wow, and here I thought I was being a meanie by not going with anyone. I'm a lot more comfy being alone. My gym is kinda clique-y and most everyone goes accompanied, but I like being alone or with the trainer.
  • tcbutler
    tcbutler Posts: 146
    Oh wow, and here I thought I was being a meanie by not going with anyone. I'm a lot more comfy being alone. My gym is kinda clique-y and most everyone goes accompanied, but I like being alone or with the trainer.

    Nope, not a meanie at all! Everyone is different and some just like to do workouts alone. I also like working out alone because I can get it done a lot quicker; no chatting, etc...
  • itsDorian7
    itsDorian7 Posts: 105 Member
    I've always enjoyed having a (consistent) training partner, it really helps to have someone to give me that much needed spot and push me past my comfort zone. My current partner is awesome, and is also a member here. However, I've had some in the past, that weren't as dedicated, in which case I'd rather train alone.
  • pehouser
    pehouser Posts: 3
    I go o Curves 5 times a week...love it!!!!
  • Jomalone2
    Jomalone2 Posts: 129 Member
    I have 4 "workout" buddies that I couldn't live without. We push each other and if I didn't know they were there waiting on me I probably wouldn't go. I am thankful for them and surprised and how many like working out alone. To each his own.
  • LindaLouLu
    LindaLouLu Posts: 271 Member
    I go alone right now, but that's only because my husband is overseas. Once he gets home I'll have my gym buddy back! :drinker:
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