Let’s face it, not everyone loves working out, but we all know the importance of it. We substantially increase our odds of living longer, healthier, fruitful, and independent lives when fitness is part of our regular routine. We’d love to share some thoughts that just might help make it easier to get in the door for your next gym session…
- The gym is the perfect place to cut out the “noise” in your life. It’s the one place where you can block out all your stressors and not have to think or worry about anything. Simply focus on lifting the weight and moving your body. And at a gym like Perdido Bay Fitness, you won’t have to worry about decision fatigue, or what exercises to perform either. We take care of that for you!
- Go gym shopping and utilize the help of a coach. Find a gym that can both get you results and also makes fitness challenging but fun. Not all gyms and coaches are created equal. You should never feel intimidated or uncomfortable at your gym. A great coach will meet you wherever you are in your fitness journey and help you get better. A great coach will also help you through sticky points in your fitness journey. Find a gym where you are surrounded by quality coaching that will get you results and with programming that is somewhat repetitive but still fresh, challenging, and fun!
- You don’t have to do this “gym thing” all by yourself. While some people do a great job exercising alone, we have learned that the great majority find it more enjoyable and get faster and better results by working out with a community! That’s why we work so hard to foster a great community at Perdido Bay Fitness. You’ll have built-in accountability buddies, like-minded friends, and experienced coaches, cheering you on and pushing you a little harder than you ever would all by yourself!
- We’ve never met anyone who loves going to the gym day in and day out, but everyone we’ve met loves how they feel after! Nobody is ever motivated 24/7 to go to the gym, but no one ever regrets getting their workout done. Embrace that feeling after your workout!
- Once you start feeling better, getting stronger, and seeing changes in your mood and body, getting in the gym door can become somewhat addicting! There’s no better feeling than putting in the hard work and seeing results! It’s the journey itself, even more so than the results of the journey, that will give you an incredible sense of pride and satisfaction!
Working out should be enjoyable. Don’t take yourself too seriously and allow yourself to have fun. Try new things, laugh at the goofy challenges, and embrace the journey of becoming stronger and healthier. Enjoy the process and celebrate every step of your fitness journey!
~ Coach MJ