With so many unfamiliar faces, intricate equipment and “strange” people, it’s inevitable to feel suffocated, be it whether you are in a gym, pool or studio. Though the anxiety is real, but you can easily chase it away!
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Ask Your BFF along
If you are not used to doing things alone, chances are you might feel intimidated stepping into a room with unfamiliar surroundings and faces. To avoid this, invite your “partner in crime “along, to help you calm some nerves.
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Make Indoor Exercise Your Buddy
You can definitely exercise indoor and still take a selfie later. Nothing offers the best comfort than exercising in your bedroom or living room. The best part is you shut the blinds if you want more privacy.
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Visit During Off Peak Hours
If you really want visit the gym or pool but is afraid of the crowd, one great way to do so is visit them during off peak hours. Likewise, you would visit a crowded branch to feel less intimidated.
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Remind yourself that others are just there to exercise and most of them will not pay you any attention. Start exercising the moment you arrive. This will help prevent your thoughts from running wild.