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]]>Remain Realistic
While you may be excited to being your new healthy lifestyle, don’t get disappointed if you don’t progress quickly at first. After all, fitness is a lifelong journey. Make sure to set realistic goals for yourself and whatever, you do, start slow—you don’t want to overexert yourself or get injured.
Be Proud
No matter whether you’re lifting 100 pounds or only one, remember that you should be proud of yourself simply for having the courage to show up. After all, working out is difficult and so long as you continue to believe in yourself, you’ll be able to progress and eventually achieve your ultimate wellness goals.
Don’t Be Afraid to Ask for Help
If you’re unsure of how to do an exercise or feel like you’re doing it wrong, don’t be scared to ask for help. You could consider getting assistance from a personal trainer or perhaps start working out with a friend. The moment you ask for help could even be the start of a new friendship with others who also go to your gym.
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Staying hydrated is crucial during exercise, so make sure to bring a water bottle that can hold enough water for your entire workout.
Towel
A small towel can be used to wipe sweat from your face and hands, as well as clean equipment after use.
Bluetooth Headphones
A good pair of Bluetooth headphones can help you stay motivated and focused during your workouts by allowing you to listen to music or podcasts without being tethered to your phone. Look for headphones that are sweat-resistant and that offer good sound quality.
Resistance Bands
Resistance bands are a versatile tool for strength training and can be used to target specific muscle groups. They’re also lightweight and portable, making them perfect for at-home workouts or taking them with you on the go.
Yoga Mat
If you’re a fan of yoga or other mat-based workouts, a good quality yoga mat is essential. Look for a mat that’s thick enough to provide cushioning, but not so thick that it’s difficult to balance on.
Sweat-Wicking Headband
A sweat-wicking headband can help keep hair out of your face and absorb sweat during intense workouts. Look for headbands that are made from moisture-wicking materials and that are designed to stay in place during vigorous exercise.
Fitness Tracker
A fitness tracker can help you keep track of your progress and stay motivated by monitoring your steps, calories burned, and other metrics. Some trackers even offer heart rate monitoring and GPS tracking, making them ideal for outdoor workouts.
Healthy Snacks
If you have a long workout ahead of you, bring some healthy snacks like protein bars or fruit to refuel your energy.
(@lucylovesglutenfree)Flip Flops
If you’re planning to shower at the gym, bring a pair of flip-flops to protect your feet from germs and bacteria.
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One of the most common ways that people get bothered at the gym is when random people start talking to them out of nowhere. The reason this happens so often is because everybody is different. Some people are very talkative while others are more to themselves. Therefore, one talkative person might think they’re doing nothing wrong by chatting up a person who really just wants to work out and keep to themselves.
Being Self-Aware
The solution to this is being self-aware of your natural instincts. So if you think you’re someone who’s extroverted and very talkative, try to rein yourself in as much as you can to make sure you’re not bothering people. If you’re talking to someone while they’re in the middle of a workout, look for signs that they might be getting uncomfortable.
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]]>An Ideal Setup
Indeed, most gyms offer services in which you don’t have to undertake a major long term commitment when signing up. You can simply get a one-month membership, and see where it goes from there. This offers the convenient benefit of seeing how much you like it, and also whether or not it pays off from a practical standpoint.
Sometimes life gets in the way, no matter how much we want to work out. On the other hand, sometimes you can just fall in love with the gym and be there all the time. So the month by month setup allows you to see which of those two camps you fall into, making it a perfect situation for you if you’re just starting out.
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Instead of making sweeping declarations that you’re going to use the elliptical for three months straight, pump your brakes for a second. The important thing is to find something that you enjoy doing, so what you really want to do is try everything out. Go through all of the different workout stations in the gym, and see what you connect to.
しろまっするDon’t Overthink It
While we did just say it’s important to find something you enjoy, it’s also good not to overthink things. If you analyze each workout too much, you’ll find yourself unable to find the “perfect” workout that you enjoy like crazy, because ultimately they all require hard work. None of these workouts will be sunshine and rainbows, and will require you to push things to the limit. The question you want to answer is, which of these workouts can you envision yourself loving the grind?
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After using any piece of equipment, be sure to wipe it down with a disinfectant wipe. This not only helps to keep the equipment clean and hygienic, but it also shows respect for other gym-goers who will be using the equipment after you.
Re-rack Weights
One of the most important gym ethics is to always re-rack your weights after using them. Leaving weights lying around not only creates a tripping hazard, but it also makes it difficult for others to find the equipment they need.
Share Equipment
If the gym is busy and there are people waiting to use a particular piece of equipment, be sure to share. Offer to let others work in with you or take turns using the equipment.
Don’t Hog Equipment
On the flip side, it’s important not to hog equipment. If you’re using a piece of equipment for an extended period of time, be mindful of others who may be waiting to use it.
Respect Personal Space
Everyone has different comfort levels when it comes to personal space. Be sure to give others enough room to move around and avoid crowding them.
Don’t Judge Others
We all have different fitness levels and goals, so it’s important not to judge others based on their abilities or appearance. Instead, focus on your own workout and offer support and encouragement to those around you.
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]]>Laser Focused
The gym is a place to be laser focused. It’s a place you go to because you want to get into shape or at the very least get your fill of exercise occasionally. It’s not a place to socialize and worry that you’re sweating and stinking up the place. You want to sweat at the gym. If you aren’t sweating, did you even work out?
People Aren’t Looking At You
Okay, so maybe you don’t mind your own sweat, but you still can’t shake the feeling like everyone’s laughing at you. Here’s a little secret—no one’s fixating on you and certainly no one’s making fun of you behind your back. Trust that you’re all in this together and you’ll soon forget about your sweat for good!
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]]>You’re Not Committed
Reaching certain health and fitness goals requires a lot of time and effort and showing up at the gym probably won’t be enough to do this. People who are not ready to fully commit and modify their diet and daily habits are probably wasting their time and money on the gym.
You’re Too Busy
People who are too busy and have a hard time sticking to a workout schedule should avoid wasting money on gyms. There are plenty of ways to stay in shape and squeeze in a workout into a hectic schedule by exercising at home or going for a run in our free time.
It’s Too Crowded
If your gym is constantly crowded and you’re having a hard time focusing during workouts then paying for a gym membership is a complete waste of money. In this case, it’s would be smart to find a better gym or to invest this money in your own fitness equipment.
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]]>You’re All in It Together
This should go without saying, but everyone else you see at the gym is also probably sweating just as much as you. And just like you’re not judging them for the way they look or smell, you shouldn’t be worried about them judging you. Don’t put yourself down, because chances are that other people are thinking twice about it.
It’s a Badge of Honor
Honestly, if you’re sweating buckets at the gym, it’s a sign that you worked hard, and you should be incredibly proud of yourself. That’s the bottom line, and no one’s ever going to think less of you because of it. If anything, they’ll be inspired by you!
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]]>Use Noise-Cancelling Headphones
Gyms can get extremely noisy between all of the grunting people, loud music, and the sound of weights being dropped on the ground. If you’re worried about getting overstimulated by all of these sounds, noise-canceling headphones will be your new best friend. Not only can you choose the music that motivates you most, but you can also drown out all of that outside noise.
Do Your Own Workouts
Another suggestion is to avoid the group workout classes and work out instead alone, with a personal trainer, or with a single gym buddy. Group classes are crowded and loud by nature, and the high energy might be too much.
Try Ear Plugs
If you do want to go to a group fitness class, or if you don’t want to listen to your own music, another option is to get earplugs that still let in sound, but muffle loud noises.
Go During Slow Hours
One more option is to join a gym that is open early and/or late and go during the hours that it’s less busy, like early in the morning or late at night.
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