Of the good resolutions we make for the new year, joining the gym is in the top 10. What's more, it can even be in the top 5. But it is one thing to join the gym and quite another to go …
And it is not due to lack of will that we do not go … The first month almost always starts well (despite the initial stiffness), but from then on it becomes a matter of continuing to pay the fee to run … to the sofa. And if I've seen you, gym, I don't remember.
If you are one of those who thinks "Go, I pay one more fee, I'm going tomorrow …", we have the secret of constancy. We tell you what are the keys that will help you stay firm in your decision and in shape!
1. A gym with everything you need
Make sure that, wherever you sign up, you have training conditions that are to your liking in terms of facilities, cleanliness, variety of activities and quality of the teaching staff. Also consider if you need services such as personal trainer, having a sauna, massage therapists, towel service …
2. Close to your home or your work
If it is not within your usual routes, it will be difficult for you to go, because there is no better excuse than the distance (apart from the time, of course). If you are driving, find out if the gym has parking. Many times the time spent trying to park is the same as taking a class …
3. "I don't have time …"
Nowadays you can count on 30-minute directed classes … With them you have time to train, eat and return to your obligations, using no more than 1 hour in total.
4. Full day fee
Although it is somewhat more expensive, if you usually have schedule changes, this type of fee allows you to adapt your workouts without losing the investment or the motivation.
5. As a couple or with friends, the better
It is proven that it is easier to maintain discipline if we train in company. If you can't hook up your boy or a friend, think about getting a personal trainer voucher. It will help you have an exercise routine and also to incorporate training into your daily schedule without skipping a class. You do not know the anger (with affection) that can fall from the coach!
6. Group classes
If you do not have the budget for a personal trainer or you do not like that they are so much on top, a low cost option is to sign up for the directed classes. It helps and motivates a lot to see that other people are trying to do the exact same thing as you.
7. There are no excuses
We know them all. To which you may object, we have the answer.
- "I have left my leggings." So that it does not happen to you, take the locker rental service that gyms offer you. This way you can always leave spare training clothes and shoes.
- "I'm not going because it's raining today. Why? The gym does not shrink from water falling from the sky. And, in addition, they sell extra small and light folding umbrellas, which you can always carry in your training bag.
- "Today I'm in sloth bear mode." You better put it on us. Going to the gym will fill you with energy and you will be able to move like a normal human being.
- "I'm with the rule". We know. These days you just want a couch and a hot water bottle on your belly (well, this and unlimited chocolate or sweets), but … exercising is better than a pain reliever to combat the pain of menstruation. Not enough profit to make the effort?
