Scared of the gym?

319Skew · 2019-12-20T01:39:39+00:00

Realize that nobody cares about you and listen to a podcast

RedLegendx · 2019-12-20T01:42:44+00:00

Literally nobody gives a shit nor will look at you unless you’re doing some over the top dumb shit, take some pre workout, get some euphoric lifting music and hit the gym, stop being a pussy.

Terp_24 · 2019-12-20T05:24:48+00:00

Hey man, trp is full of dudes trying to be tough by calling people pussies, don't listen to them. I'm here for shits and giggles, but I'm a similar age and I still get fear of the gym despite triple plating on squat. It's called anxiety, and you're not a pussy.

But they're right when they say no one cares. Just know what you're doing, learn good form and just do it. It's better to go with a friend though.

theycallmebigdaddyoh · 2019-12-20T02:48:20+00:00

just go pussy

Snowboard18 · 2019-12-20T04:14:40+00:00

Just use correct form and no one will give a fuck how small you are

Flamethrowa21 · 2019-12-20T01:48:12+00:00

Find a program and stick to it so you aren't wandering around aimlessly.

fitness4393 · 2019-12-20T03:39:26+00:00

I was in the same situation 2 years ago when I was skinny. Now I'm up 40 pounds and at super low body fat.

I hired a trainer for a few sessions. They're cheap. They're always there. They usually "run" the gym, and know everyone. That skyrocketed my confidence and now I'm addicted.

DaftOdyssey · 2019-12-20T02:59:07+00:00

Ask yourself what are you scared of?

abomba24 · 2019-12-20T04:30:42+00:00

Have a routine planned (purpose), music or podcast, ignore everyone else and do your thing. Start with just a few sets of one exercise on day 1 or something and build from there if needed

fretty555 · 2019-12-20T05:25:49+00:00

You can also just work out at home...bodyweight exercises. Ankle weights etc. Or take up a sport or martial art, very good for overall well being

dadfrombrad · 2019-12-20T06:40:35+00:00

People love to see a skinny or fat dude in the gym. You’ll have everyone’s respect bro.

hamagiclamp · 2019-12-20T06:53:03+00:00

Wow lots of shit responses, most people are anxious when they start going to the gym young or old. I took a few years off for medical reasons and even though I knew what I was doing when I went back I was still anxious. Do your best, anyone who faults you for that will hopefully have a weight slip while doing skull crushers. The worst work out is the one not done. Have fun and always practice proper form.

tcwri · 2019-12-20T07:19:15+00:00

Try bringing a friend to your gym or going to theirs.

A good gym partner will help distract you from thoughts leading to anxiety and keep your mind on getting the job done - will also help each other lift bigger through spotting and adding some competition to your lifts.

jajahhssgxka · 2019-12-20T08:28:49+00:00

The only time somebody will give a fuck about you is if you're eyeing them weird or ego lifting.

Don't ego lift plz.

Start off light and get good fork, get a good baseline, then increase weight

empatheticapathetic · 2019-12-20T09:04:13+00:00

TheRedPill/comments/7b4whj/to_those_nervous_about_going_to_a_gym_once_you/

Protocol_Apollo · 2019-12-20T12:59:05+00:00

Even the biggest bodybuilders started somewhere.

Unlikely_Composer · 2019-12-20T15:14:35+00:00

We often assume people share similar thoughts to us.

The reason you feel anxious is because you fear judgment from other people in the gym.

The reason you fear judgment is because you are judgmental.

Stop giving a fuck about other people in the gym. You do your work and you get your gains. That’s it.

You’ll suddenly realise that nobody even noticed you were there.

DeepC1980 · 2019-12-20T22:22:14+00:00

What helped me starting out was using a personal trainer until I became confident in the gym on my own. If you use a trainer, you aren't alone in the gym and your attention will be in them so you won't have time to think about anything else. After doing that for a while you will realise that no one gives a shit about you as they are too busy self improving their own lives and physique. And you will become confident enough to go on your own as you will know how to use all of the equipment and will have a program to work through each day.

Once you see all the hot pussy walking around and in all sorts of positions, you will want to go trust me haha

Title	Scared of the gym?
Author	lookingforthatdope
Upvotes	6
Comments	22
Date	December 20, 2019 1:38 AM UTC (6 years ago)
Subreddit	Posted in /r/askTRP
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