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