In today's episode, we break down everything you need to know about navigating gym spaces with confidence. Beyond etiquette, we dive into the common fears people have about stepping into a gym, the mental roadblocks that keep people stuck, and why most gym-goers aren’t paying nearly as much attention to you as you think. We also discuss the importance of having a plan, why filming your workouts can be a game-changer, and how to handle unsolicited advice with grace and confidence.
This is your ultimate guide to making the gym a more welcoming and effective space for everyone.
If you've ever hesitated before walking through those gym doors, this episode is for you.
"You don’t have to talk to everyone at the gym - it’s okay to just go in, do your thing, and leave.”
- Amy Rudolph
“If you know why you're doing what you're doing, it's easier to have the confidence to say, 'I'm good, thanks.’”
- Iris Deadlifts
“We assume problems are going to happen more than they actually do - don’t let your perception color your experience.”
- Meri
This week on Here’s the Deal: Fitness, Nutrition and Mindset for People Who Don’t Want Life to Suck:
- The basics of Gym Etiquette and some unspoken rules
- Sharing equipment: How to ask, when to wait
- What if the machine I need is taken?
- How long can I sit at a station?
- How many pairs of dumbbells can I take at one time?
- The right way to approach someone if you need to work in on a machine
- How to handle unsolicited advice (it happens less often than you think!)
- The difference between gym confidence and gym arrogance
- Why following a plan reduces gym anxiety and helps you move with purpose
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- Meri on Instagram
- Iris Deadlifts on Instagram
- Amy Rudolph on Instagram
- Team BFF Group Coaching & Programming
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