I LOVE workingout at home, but with my busy schedule I spend a little down time waiting to pick up the kids from school. So I decided to take advantage of a free 7 day trial at the gym. 
I have to admit it was a nice change of scene, BUT I was there for about an hour and I still burn more calories doing 25 minutes of T25 then I did there.
SO for those of you who want to try the gym I found this great article....
New to the Gym? Everything to Know Before Your First Workout
Exactly how to get familiar with this fitness space.
The gym can be an intimidating place. There are so many unspoken rules, unfamiliar machines, and hard-to-navigate areas. But you're not alone in your uneasiness—everyone feels a little uncertain when entering uncharted territory. That said, the best remedy for your pre-gym anxiety is to get yourself comfortable before heading in. Cue the workout pro!
Paul Booth, personal trainer at WillSpace in New York City, is giving you enough insider info to feel like a regular even if you're a total newbie. And yes, seasoned gym goers can pick up a trick or two as well.
Before you even head out the door, you need to pack a bag.
Seriously, these essentials will make your experience much more pleasant. "Bring a water bottle, comfortable shoes and apparel, and hair ties," advises Booth. "And pack any toiletries you need for after your workout, like shampoo, conditioner, deodorant, and shower shoes or flip flops for the shower and sauna. You may also want to bring a journal to record you workouts or log them on your phone."
Seriously, these essentials will make your experience much more pleasant. "Bring a water bottle, comfortable shoes and apparel, and hair ties," advises Booth. "And pack any toiletries you need for after your workout, like shampoo, conditioner, deodorant, and shower shoes or flip flops for the shower and sauna. You may also want to bring a journal to record you workouts or log them on your phone."
Take a tour.
Did he say sauna? "Do a little research before you sign up with a gym. Tour the facility with a representative from that fitness center to see what amenities they have to offer."
Did he say sauna? "Do a little research before you sign up with a gym. Tour the facility with a representative from that fitness center to see what amenities they have to offer."
Utilize the locker room.
Keeping bags piled around your machine just isn't considerate to the people trying to navigate the gym. "Whether or not you have to bring your own lock depends on the gym, so make sure to ask this during the tour. It's always a good idea to bring one along to secure your personal items if the gym doesn't offer them."
Keeping bags piled around your machine just isn't considerate to the people trying to navigate the gym. "Whether or not you have to bring your own lock depends on the gym, so make sure to ask this during the tour. It's always a good idea to bring one along to secure your personal items if the gym doesn't offer them."
Gyms can be germy, but you can steer clear and stay clean.
Everyone sweats, but it's what you do about it that counts. "Most gyms have sanitary stations with products to keep shared equipment clean. Wipe things down both before and after you use them. You may also want to consider investing in some personal items if you plan on using them frequently, like a yoga mat. Some equipment, like free weights, don't need to be wiped down each time, but always be sure to wash your hands when you're done with your workout."
Everyone sweats, but it's what you do about it that counts. "Most gyms have sanitary stations with products to keep shared equipment clean. Wipe things down both before and after you use them. You may also want to consider investing in some personal items if you plan on using them frequently, like a yoga mat. Some equipment, like free weights, don't need to be wiped down each time, but always be sure to wash your hands when you're done with your workout."
Even beginners can use the weight room.
You don't need to be a body builder to work out in this part of the gym. "Start out light and concentrate on good mechanics and form. As you grow in strength and confidence, increase the load and complexity of movements to continue to challenge yourself. You can also try pairing up with a friend. Having a partner to spot you will make you feel more at ease and you can motivate one another."
You don't need to be a body builder to work out in this part of the gym. "Start out light and concentrate on good mechanics and form. As you grow in strength and confidence, increase the load and complexity of movements to continue to challenge yourself. You can also try pairing up with a friend. Having a partner to spot you will make you feel more at ease and you can motivate one another."
Not knowing how to use a particular machine is not a problem.
There is so much awesome equipment that's often ignored because people don't want to look silly (or get hurt!) if they use it incorrectly. "If you spot a new machine that looks like something you'd like to try, but you're unsure of how to use it, check with a trainer at the gym. They will be more than happy to show you proper form and get you off to a good start." But don't stay on that machine too long! Often gyms have time limits on popular cardio equipment during peak hours. If no signs are posted, ask a staffer about the rules.
There is so much awesome equipment that's often ignored because people don't want to look silly (or get hurt!) if they use it incorrectly. "If you spot a new machine that looks like something you'd like to try, but you're unsure of how to use it, check with a trainer at the gym. They will be more than happy to show you proper form and get you off to a good start." But don't stay on that machine too long! Often gyms have time limits on popular cardio equipment during peak hours. If no signs are posted, ask a staffer about the rules.
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