Be King Of Your Own Castle
Is there a gym in your apartment or condo building? Do you go there regularly? If you do, give yourself a round of applause.
If you’ve never been there — or went a couple times when you first moved in, but never returned — you’re not alone. Let’s look at some of the reasons people don’t use this amazing resource.
I feel people are staring at me.
This fear is common among folks who haven’t been to the gym in a while. Nowadays, most people are listening to their headphones, tuned into music or a podcast. While the world might be a better place if people looked up, smiled, and said hello to the newbies, they’re definitely NOT staring at the new person at the gym.
I don’t want to workout in front of my neighbors.
Imagine 100% of people who live in a building. How many floors? How many units? Can you picture all of the people as a group?
Some go to chain gyms like Equinox and NYSC.
Some go to the Y or JCC.
Some go to a small, local yoga or Pilates studio.
Some run in the park.
Many don’t exercise at all!
MAYBE 10-20% use the building gym.
How many of them use the gym after 9 am on weekdays? 0%? 5%?
If you’re a stay at home parent or entrepreneur, you’re working a ton of hours, but you control your schedule. So weekdays after 9 am are a perfect time in most buildings.
Have a 9-5 job? Weekend afternoons are empty at most building gyms. You’ll have the equipment all to yourself!
It’s a small space, with limited equipment.
Is there at least one cardio machine, one weight bench, a few pairs of dumbbells, and a mat? You likely have everything you need for goals like weight loss, firming and toning, or cross training for a race. A trainer can help you build a creative program based only on the gear you have!
Whether you go with a trainer, with a buddy, or by yourself, it’s fun to feel you own your own gym. Go be the king or queen of your castle!
Ready to become royalty? Contact Lisa Snow,
ACE & NSCA Certified Personal Trainer
On the Mend Customized Fitness and Massage
ACE & NSCA Certified Personal Trainer
On the Mend Customized Fitness and Massage
