Taking control of your health, mind, and body should make you feel fit and fierce – not intimidated! Whether you’re joining a gym for the first time, or returning to your gym routine after a long hiatus, we’ve got the best tips to help you feel your best and boost your confidence at the gym!
Pick a Gym That’s Right for You
Choose a gym that fits your needs, will keep you motivated, anxiety free and keep you coming back consistently! There truly is a gym for everyone and it’s important to choose a gym that fits what you enjoy and has the kind of people you enjoy working out with. Whether you love yoga, Crossfit, pilates, the weight room, or the concept of a gym that’s focused on women’s health — there’s a gym that you can absolutely love!
Get a New Outfit
When you look good, you feel good! Choose a comfortable, chic new outfit for you workouts that will help you stay motivated and confident!
Drown Out Your Fears with a Killer Playlist
Don’t let your anxiety get the best of you at the gym. Create a rockin’ playlist to help you feel confident and drown out your pesky, anxious thoughts! Check out one of these awesome playlists to get you started!
Avoid Peak Hours
A crowded gym can be incredibly stressful and intimidating. Try to avoid the gym at peak hours (usually 8-11am and 4-7pm). If you can’t avoid the gym at peak hours, try to turn a busy, packed gym into a positive! Get inspired by the many motivated bodies on the treadmill, on the mats, and at the weight machines. You may even pick up some new moves that you can add to your routine!
Have a Plan
If you’re new to the gym you might not know where to begin and you might find yourself quickly overwhelmed by all of the machines. Don’t go into a new gym empty handed – have a plan! Before you enter the gym, have a clear plan of what you want to do. Make a daily plan or a weekly plan, where you outline what exercises you want to do, which machines you want to use, and how long you’ll spend on each! Having a clear plan will help you feel prepared and confident at the gym!
Remember: This Is About You
If you’re at the gym, that means that you’re taking the necessary steps to take care of your health and your body. That’s amazing! You deserve to congratulate yourself for being there. Making it to the gym is a huge step that you should be proud of! When you’re at the gym it’s important to remember that this time is all about you. Focus on getting in a great workout that will benefit your mind and body — don’t worry about what you think people at the gym are thinking about you. Believe it or not, everyone else at the gym is concentrating on themselves and their workout too. They don’t care that someone stumbled on the treadmill, and they definitely aren’t worried about how many sets you’re doing at the squat rack.
