lauren davidson new gym members
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Lauren DavidsonNew Gym Members
Tips For Gym Newbies
So… The first step to a healthier lifestyle The gym has its own set of rules At first you may feel:
-Intimidated -Out of place -Unsure
You Joined a Gym
7 Tips for Gym Newbies
Membership
Trainers
Apparel
Gym Etiquette
Classes Cell Phone
Motivation
Membership Consider location
Avoid far/ inconvenient locations Facility should be close to home/ workplace
Keep in mind hours
Membership Affordable
Within your budget Membership offers/ benefits
Free personal training sessions Group fitness classes
Equipment quality Clean and functional
7 Tips
Group Fitness Classes Take advantage of classes Chance to meet gym members Wide variety of classes Fun way to work out
Group Fitness ClassesSOME GROUP FITNESS CLASSES TYPICALLY OFFERED:
Zumba
Cycling/ Spinning
Pilates
Yoga
Kick Boxing
Strength and Endurance
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Personal Training Personal trainers are there for your
benefit Offer personalized exercise programs
Teach proper form Able to offer additional fitness advice
Personal TrainingMake sure your trainer is certified
7 Tips
Apparel Avoid wearing inappropriate or loose clothes
May get caught in equipment Avoid cotton
Absorbs sweat and odor Invest in dry-fit materials
Do not overspend
WHAT TO WEAR- MEN
WHAT TO WEAR- WOMEN
Apparel-Shoes Running shoes may create instability
Elevated heel Invest in a pair of training shoes (cross-
trainers) Wide, flat foot-bed Multi-directional tread pattern
Popular brands include:
7 Tips
NikeAscics
Reebok Underarmor
Cell Phones PUT IT DOWN! Do not text or make calls
Emergencies only Using your cell phone:
Taking up exercise space Annoyance to other gym goers
Leave your cell phone in a locker
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Gym Etiquette Give other gym goers their space
Do not crowd lifters Avoid blocking mirrors Use designated areas appropriately
Example: No yoga in the weight room
Gym Etiquette Keep it quiet
Keep music volume reasonable Avoid grunting and groaning
Share the equipment “Work in” with others during rest periods
Put equipment away after use Re-rack weights
Gym Etiquette Carry a personal towel
Wipe away sweat as you work out Wipe down equipment when finished
Use a towel and disinfectant spray to clean equipment
7 Tips
Motivation Keep it going! Do not take on too much too soon
Beginning Goal: 30 minutes, 2-4 days a week Set long-term and short-term goals Progressively increase duration,
frequency, and intensity
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