Confidence. A barrier many people face when looking to join a gym. Confidence in oneself, one’s ability and even feeling secure in an unfamiliar environment. ‘Gymtimidation’ is real and not uncommon, in fact it’s one of the biggest deterrents to starting a fitness journey, and yet it can be overcome more easily than you might think. I remember the first time I walked into a gym, instantly being exposed to a wide range of machines, handles, attachments and weights, with no clue where to start. However, it is in this temporarily vulnerable moment that we open ourselves up to a new and exciting journey.
The truth is, confidence is not something we need when starting the gym – it’s something we develop over time. Your first workout does not need to be, and will not be, perfect; it’s about starting small and consistently progressing with every rep and set. Here at Coach House Fitness, we are committed to helping you develop confidence. It’s built into our mission of improving all aspects of our members’ physical and mental health. Inductions and personalised training programmes help to set goals and create a plan for each visit, something that is vital for building confidence. A focused programme provides guidance, security in your progress and a real sense of achievement on completion. Other confidence-building options are signing up to an exercise class or bootcamp, where you can be sure everyone is watching the instructor rather than you and enjoy the camaraderie of group training. Or if you prefer solo training, you could work one-to-one with a private personal trainer for the highest level of completely tailored, non-judgemental support.
Many gym users probably started where you may be now – unsure and overwhelmed. The key to their progress is consistency. With the support of committed instructors, members who show up regularly soon gain a sense of purpose, satisfaction and belonging, and you can achieve this too.
Callum, PT & Fitness Instructor.
