Crowded Gym? No Problem.

This is the time of year gyms are packed with people motivated by their New Year's resolutions to get fit / lose weight / lead a healthier life. Maybe you are one of those people—Great!

What's not so great is that the crowded gym causes problems for both old and new members. 

For you gym "regulars", your routines are disrupted. You can't: 

• get on "your" treadmill / elliptical / machine, etc. 

• get into the class that you always take

For you "resolutioners":

• the packed gym is intimidating

• you can't get on a treadmill / elliptical / chest press machine / etc. and it's the only piece of equipment you know how to use

Don't let these issues keep you from getting a great workout. There are plenty of things you can do—just look around!

Regulars - use this as a time to mix up your workout, which you should be doing anyway.

Resolutioners - use this as a time to get familiar with some new things. And, don't be intimidated  - most of the people around you are in the same boat as you; and, the other people were all in that boat at one time, probably not so long ago. Also, remember that you are on your way to achieving your goals! You should feel good, not intimidated.

Walking into an over-crowded gym may be frustrating and intimidating, but remember why you came. You may not be able to do the workout you planned, but if you stay focused on your goals and are flexible with your routine, you will still get a great workout. And, I guarantee when you're done, you'll feel significantly better than you did when you arrived :)

If you need help with creating alternate programs, I'm happy to help. Call or email me so we can keep you on track to achieve your goals.