Starting something new is never easy—especially when you feel like everyone else around you knows more than you do.

Now that gyms are reopening post-pandemic, you know it’s time to get back on track but you may feel intimidated by the gym. 

Don’t worry, I’ve been there, too. Going to the gym for the first time was scary.  

I was surrounded by strange machines and people doing exercises that looked complicated.  And everyonoe looked like they knew exactly what they were doing!  It was hard for me to step outside of my comfort zone, so I ended up sticking to cardio for before I was willing to start lifting weights. 

Overcome Your Fear of the Gym: Know You’re Not Alone

As  you approach those weight machines, do you worry that other people will look at you? Are you afraid that you will make mistakes and look ridiculous?  

If you are having trouble getting out of your comfort zone, don’t worry you are not alone.    

These feelings can be isolating and can stop you from taking the next step towards meeting your fitness goals.  So, how can you get past the discomfort and take the next step? 

Overcome your fear of the gym: Move Forward With these strategies

In this week’s video, I’m going to share with you 6 tips that I’ve seen help people overcome fear of the gym.

You’ll learn:

• How to decrease the discomfort you face when starting a new training program
• How to gain confidence by facing your fears in new settings and situations
• Tips for taking small steps and celebrating your victories as a crucial part of meeting your goals 

If you are having trouble stepping outside of your comfort zone, you are not alone.  BUT, if you are ready to take small steps to overcome your fear of the gym, this video is for you!