1. I\u2019m too tired after work to work out.<\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n- \n
\n- Solution:<\/strong> Being active makes you more energetic in the long run. \u201cWake up early and go before work,\u201d says celebrity trainer and Gold\u2019s Gym Fitness Institute member Mike Ryan. If you\u2019re a snooze-button fan, think about going at lunch or turn a co-worker into a gym buddy. \u201cIt can inspire some healthy competition,\u201d Ryan says. \u201cYou don\u2019t want to be the lazy one.\u201d<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Bottom line:<\/strong> If you\u2019re always tired after a long day at the office, then exercise might be the cure.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
2. My life is just too busy.<\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n- \n
\n- Solution:<\/strong> You should make time for yourself, schedule your workout in advance. Become a morning workout person.<\/a> Put it on your calendar and treat this like an important meeting. There is always time for a quick run around the block or a dumbbell routine while you watch television.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Bottom line:<\/strong> Making time for yourself should be a priority.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
3. I have to watch my kids.<\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n- \n
\n- Solution:<\/strong> First check with your local Gold\u2019s Gym to see if it offers child care. If it doesn\u2019t, arrange for your spouse or partner to watch the kids while you\u2019re at the gym, or ask a friend and then return the favor. \u201cAnd you can also work out with your kids,\u201d says Ryan. \u201cGo for a bike ride or play outside with them.\u201d<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Bottom line:<\/strong> Staying active and healthy for your children\u2019s sake should be the main reason to toss this excuse.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
4. I\u2019m too sore.<\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n- \n
\n- Solution:<\/strong> Be sure you vary your workouts so that you aren\u2019t exercising the same muscles over and over \u2014 a common cause of soreness. If you normally run on the treadmill, then ride a stationary bike or use an elliptical machine, or skip the weights and take a yoga class. That said, if you\u2019re so sore that you can\u2019t perform everyday tasks like lifting a box, you should skip the gym.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Bottom line:<\/strong> The stronger you are, the less sore you\u2019ll be next time. Soreness is your body sending you a message.<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
5. I\u2019m intimidated by the machines.<\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n- \n
\n- Solution:<\/strong> You can always ask a Gold\u2019s Gym trainer to show you around or explain how to use a machine. Also, there are many online resources, including the Gold\u2019s Gym blog<\/a>, that can teach you proper form and technique.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Bottom line:<\/strong> Overcome your fear with knowledge.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
6. I\u2019ve gained so much weight that I\u2019m embarrassed.<\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n- \n
\n- Solution:<\/strong> Remember that everyone at the gym is there to focus on his or her own body \u2014 they\u2019re not there to compete. Let the gym be a sanctuary<\/a>,\u201d Ryan advises. Then make sure not to push yourself too hard at the beginning or be dismayed when you hit a plateau. \u201cAsk a trainer to show you some simple moves, and get to know the gym staff. We want to be your cheerleaders<\/a>.\u201d<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Bottom line:<\/strong> Surrounding yourself with other people who are committed to staying in shape can motivate you to get healthy again.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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7. I\u2019m not getting any results.<\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n- \n
\n- Solution:<\/strong> \u201cYou need to establish a goal,\u201d insists Ryan. \u201cDo you want to be more muscular, leaner, toned? Then formulate a strategy<\/a> of exercise and nutrition to achieve that goal.\u201d Begin your strategy by setting small, realistic goals \u2014 a few pounds, 10 more minutes on the treadmill \u2014 then go from there. Make sure not to sleepwalk through the same old routine. Shake up your workouts to shock your muscles and get results. If you always do floor sit-ups, do them on a BOSU ball; increase the resistance on the cardio machine; or try interval training.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Bottom line:<\/strong> Results come from hard work.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
8. I\u2019m late for my favorite class or my personal training session.<\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n- \n
\n- Solution:<\/strong> \u201cGo anyway,\u201d says Ryan. You can probably sneak into the class (they don\u2019t lock the doors when classes start), or try another class. If you\u2019re late for a training session, your trainer can either create a shorter, tougher workout or give you extra exercises to do after the session ends.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Bottom line:<\/strong> Any amount of workout time is worth showing up for.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
9. Cardio bores me.<\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n- \n
\n- Solution:<\/strong> Try a functional training group class<\/a> or a GGX class where you can try out the TRX Suspension Trainers, which build muscle and burn calories by using your own body weight as resistance. Another option: GOLD\u2019S<\/strong> AMP\u2122<\/a>, the digital personal trainer app in which Gold\u2019s Gym coaches provide guidance right in your ear, offers more than a dozen different categories of cardio and strength workouts, so variety will never be a problem. Last, don\u2019t forget: Interval weight training can get your heart pounding just as hard as a stair machine.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Bottom line:<\/strong> The benefits of cardio can be achieved on and off the treadmill. Try some HIIT workouts<\/a> to switch it up.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
10. I\u2019m hungover.<\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n- \n
\n- Solution:<\/strong> You should think before you go out to the bar, and limit your intake. Exercise is also a good cure. Go to the gym to sweat it out, and drink lots of water.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Bottom line:<\/strong> Drink responsibly, and don\u2019t let this excuse become a regular one.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Get more advice on staying motivated: <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nWhen the Journey Gets Tough, Follow These Tips<\/strong><\/a>
\nHow to Get \u201cin the Zone\u201d<\/strong><\/a>
\nThree Ways to Avoid Workout Burnout <\/strong><\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Here are the top 10 reasons people avoid the gym\u2014and how to rise above them.<\/p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":47,"featured_media":6800,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_post_subtitle":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[3,265,4],"tags":[169,103,117,210,88,237,255],"class_list":["post-3706","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-workouts","category-fit-tips","category-lifestyle","tag-classes","tag-community","tag-goal-setting","tag-group-exercise","tag-healthy-habits","tag-inspiration","tag-motivation"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.goldsgym.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/3706","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.goldsgym.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.goldsgym.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.goldsgym.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/47"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.goldsgym.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=3706"}],"version-history":[{"count":13,"href":"https:\/\/www.goldsgym.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/3706\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":10119,"href":"https:\/\/www.goldsgym.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/3706\/revisions\/10119"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.goldsgym.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/6800"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.goldsgym.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=3706"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.goldsgym.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=3706"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.goldsgym.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=3706"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}
- \n
- Solution:<\/strong> Being active makes you more energetic in the long run. \u201cWake up early and go before work,\u201d says celebrity trainer and Gold\u2019s Gym Fitness Institute member Mike Ryan. If you\u2019re a snooze-button fan, think about going at lunch or turn a co-worker into a gym buddy. \u201cIt can inspire some healthy competition,\u201d Ryan says. \u201cYou don\u2019t want to be the lazy one.\u201d<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Bottom line:<\/strong> If you\u2019re always tired after a long day at the office, then exercise might be the cure.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
2. My life is just too busy.<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
- \n
- \n
- \n
- Solution:<\/strong> You should make time for yourself, schedule your workout in advance. Become a morning workout person.<\/a> Put it on your calendar and treat this like an important meeting. There is always time for a quick run around the block or a dumbbell routine while you watch television.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Bottom line:<\/strong> Making time for yourself should be a priority.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
3. I have to watch my kids.<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
- \n
- \n
- \n
- Solution:<\/strong> First check with your local Gold\u2019s Gym to see if it offers child care. If it doesn\u2019t, arrange for your spouse or partner to watch the kids while you\u2019re at the gym, or ask a friend and then return the favor. \u201cAnd you can also work out with your kids,\u201d says Ryan. \u201cGo for a bike ride or play outside with them.\u201d<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Bottom line:<\/strong> Staying active and healthy for your children\u2019s sake should be the main reason to toss this excuse.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
4. I\u2019m too sore.<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
- \n
- \n
- \n
- Solution:<\/strong> Be sure you vary your workouts so that you aren\u2019t exercising the same muscles over and over \u2014 a common cause of soreness. If you normally run on the treadmill, then ride a stationary bike or use an elliptical machine, or skip the weights and take a yoga class. That said, if you\u2019re so sore that you can\u2019t perform everyday tasks like lifting a box, you should skip the gym.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Bottom line:<\/strong> The stronger you are, the less sore you\u2019ll be next time. Soreness is your body sending you a message.<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
5. I\u2019m intimidated by the machines.<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
- \n
- \n
- \n
- Solution:<\/strong> You can always ask a Gold\u2019s Gym trainer to show you around or explain how to use a machine. Also, there are many online resources, including the Gold\u2019s Gym blog<\/a>, that can teach you proper form and technique.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Bottom line:<\/strong> Overcome your fear with knowledge.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
6. I\u2019ve gained so much weight that I\u2019m embarrassed.<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
- \n
- \n
- \n
- Solution:<\/strong> Remember that everyone at the gym is there to focus on his or her own body \u2014 they\u2019re not there to compete. Let the gym be a sanctuary<\/a>,\u201d Ryan advises. Then make sure not to push yourself too hard at the beginning or be dismayed when you hit a plateau. \u201cAsk a trainer to show you some simple moves, and get to know the gym staff. We want to be your cheerleaders<\/a>.\u201d<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Bottom line:<\/strong> Surrounding yourself with other people who are committed to staying in shape can motivate you to get healthy again.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n
7. I\u2019m not getting any results.<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
- \n
- \n
- \n
- Solution:<\/strong> \u201cYou need to establish a goal,\u201d insists Ryan. \u201cDo you want to be more muscular, leaner, toned? Then formulate a strategy<\/a> of exercise and nutrition to achieve that goal.\u201d Begin your strategy by setting small, realistic goals \u2014 a few pounds, 10 more minutes on the treadmill \u2014 then go from there. Make sure not to sleepwalk through the same old routine. Shake up your workouts to shock your muscles and get results. If you always do floor sit-ups, do them on a BOSU ball; increase the resistance on the cardio machine; or try interval training.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Bottom line:<\/strong> Results come from hard work.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
8. I\u2019m late for my favorite class or my personal training session.<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
- \n
- \n
- \n
- Solution:<\/strong> \u201cGo anyway,\u201d says Ryan. You can probably sneak into the class (they don\u2019t lock the doors when classes start), or try another class. If you\u2019re late for a training session, your trainer can either create a shorter, tougher workout or give you extra exercises to do after the session ends.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Bottom line:<\/strong> Any amount of workout time is worth showing up for.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
9. Cardio bores me.<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
- \n
- \n
- \n
- Solution:<\/strong> Try a functional training group class<\/a> or a GGX class where you can try out the TRX Suspension Trainers, which build muscle and burn calories by using your own body weight as resistance. Another option: GOLD\u2019S<\/strong> AMP\u2122<\/a>, the digital personal trainer app in which Gold\u2019s Gym coaches provide guidance right in your ear, offers more than a dozen different categories of cardio and strength workouts, so variety will never be a problem. Last, don\u2019t forget: Interval weight training can get your heart pounding just as hard as a stair machine.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Bottom line:<\/strong> The benefits of cardio can be achieved on and off the treadmill. Try some HIIT workouts<\/a> to switch it up.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
10. I\u2019m hungover.<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
- \n
- \n
- \n
- Solution:<\/strong> You should think before you go out to the bar, and limit your intake. Exercise is also a good cure. Go to the gym to sweat it out, and drink lots of water.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Bottom line:<\/strong> Drink responsibly, and don\u2019t let this excuse become a regular one.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Get more advice on staying motivated: <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n
When the Journey Gets Tough, Follow These Tips<\/strong><\/a>
\nHow to Get \u201cin the Zone\u201d<\/strong><\/a>
\nThree Ways to Avoid Workout Burnout <\/strong><\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Here are the top 10 reasons people avoid the gym\u2014and how to rise above them.<\/p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":47,"featured_media":6800,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_post_subtitle":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[3,265,4],"tags":[169,103,117,210,88,237,255],"class_list":["post-3706","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-workouts","category-fit-tips","category-lifestyle","tag-classes","tag-community","tag-goal-setting","tag-group-exercise","tag-healthy-habits","tag-inspiration","tag-motivation"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.goldsgym.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/3706","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.goldsgym.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.goldsgym.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.goldsgym.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/47"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.goldsgym.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=3706"}],"version-history":[{"count":13,"href":"https:\/\/www.goldsgym.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/3706\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":10119,"href":"https:\/\/www.goldsgym.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/3706\/revisions\/10119"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.goldsgym.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/6800"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.goldsgym.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=3706"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.goldsgym.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=3706"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.goldsgym.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=3706"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}
- Bottom line:<\/strong> Drink responsibly, and don\u2019t let this excuse become a regular one.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
- Solution:<\/strong> You should think before you go out to the bar, and limit your intake. Exercise is also a good cure. Go to the gym to sweat it out, and drink lots of water.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Bottom line:<\/strong> The benefits of cardio can be achieved on and off the treadmill. Try some HIIT workouts<\/a> to switch it up.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
- Solution:<\/strong> Try a functional training group class<\/a> or a GGX class where you can try out the TRX Suspension Trainers, which build muscle and burn calories by using your own body weight as resistance. Another option: GOLD\u2019S<\/strong> AMP\u2122<\/a>, the digital personal trainer app in which Gold\u2019s Gym coaches provide guidance right in your ear, offers more than a dozen different categories of cardio and strength workouts, so variety will never be a problem. Last, don\u2019t forget: Interval weight training can get your heart pounding just as hard as a stair machine.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Bottom line:<\/strong> Any amount of workout time is worth showing up for.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
- Solution:<\/strong> \u201cGo anyway,\u201d says Ryan. You can probably sneak into the class (they don\u2019t lock the doors when classes start), or try another class. If you\u2019re late for a training session, your trainer can either create a shorter, tougher workout or give you extra exercises to do after the session ends.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Bottom line:<\/strong> Results come from hard work.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
- Solution:<\/strong> \u201cYou need to establish a goal,\u201d insists Ryan. \u201cDo you want to be more muscular, leaner, toned? Then formulate a strategy<\/a> of exercise and nutrition to achieve that goal.\u201d Begin your strategy by setting small, realistic goals \u2014 a few pounds, 10 more minutes on the treadmill \u2014 then go from there. Make sure not to sleepwalk through the same old routine. Shake up your workouts to shock your muscles and get results. If you always do floor sit-ups, do them on a BOSU ball; increase the resistance on the cardio machine; or try interval training.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Bottom line:<\/strong> Surrounding yourself with other people who are committed to staying in shape can motivate you to get healthy again.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
- Solution:<\/strong> Remember that everyone at the gym is there to focus on his or her own body \u2014 they\u2019re not there to compete. Let the gym be a sanctuary<\/a>,\u201d Ryan advises. Then make sure not to push yourself too hard at the beginning or be dismayed when you hit a plateau. \u201cAsk a trainer to show you some simple moves, and get to know the gym staff. We want to be your cheerleaders<\/a>.\u201d<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Bottom line:<\/strong> Overcome your fear with knowledge.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
- Solution:<\/strong> You can always ask a Gold\u2019s Gym trainer to show you around or explain how to use a machine. Also, there are many online resources, including the Gold\u2019s Gym blog<\/a>, that can teach you proper form and technique.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Bottom line:<\/strong> The stronger you are, the less sore you\u2019ll be next time. Soreness is your body sending you a message.<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
- Solution:<\/strong> Be sure you vary your workouts so that you aren\u2019t exercising the same muscles over and over \u2014 a common cause of soreness. If you normally run on the treadmill, then ride a stationary bike or use an elliptical machine, or skip the weights and take a yoga class. That said, if you\u2019re so sore that you can\u2019t perform everyday tasks like lifting a box, you should skip the gym.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Bottom line:<\/strong> Staying active and healthy for your children\u2019s sake should be the main reason to toss this excuse.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
- Solution:<\/strong> First check with your local Gold\u2019s Gym to see if it offers child care. If it doesn\u2019t, arrange for your spouse or partner to watch the kids while you\u2019re at the gym, or ask a friend and then return the favor. \u201cAnd you can also work out with your kids,\u201d says Ryan. \u201cGo for a bike ride or play outside with them.\u201d<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Bottom line:<\/strong> Making time for yourself should be a priority.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
- Solution:<\/strong> You should make time for yourself, schedule your workout in advance. Become a morning workout person.<\/a> Put it on your calendar and treat this like an important meeting. There is always time for a quick run around the block or a dumbbell routine while you watch television.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Bottom line:<\/strong> If you\u2019re always tired after a long day at the office, then exercise might be the cure.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n