Think seriously about going to gym

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Notyouthful · 26/12/2024 16:27

Oh god! Dreaded adverts for weight management and gyms are back on TV.

Based on my and a few friends’ experiences, January is not the best time to join these things.

Been a member of WW and Slimming World. In January, get loads of new people join. Come to second half of Feb, only about 2 people joined in Jan are going. Similar situation to gyms.

Yet go other times of the year, don’t see this happening as much

I think people think they can lose 2.5 stone in a month!

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KenIsAnAccessory · 26/12/2024 16:33

I do find it annoying when 100s of people flock to the gym in January, making it really busy and difficult to get on equipment.

However I also recognize they've paid their sub, same as me and have as much right to be there as me 🤷🏼‍♀️

And if just a couple of them find a hobby they enjoy long term, lose weight, gain strength, improve their health then it's a positive isn't it?

I don't understand the gatekeeping of health and fitness. Everyone should be welcome in.

Just stick your headphones on and like you say, by Feb, it'll be quiet again.

gamerchick · 26/12/2024 16:31

Gyms are always busy in Jan. It's not important, I'll just be glad when it's back to normal times me.

Mill3nniel · 26/12/2024 16:29

I don't think people think they can lose a stone in the month, I think they join in January as they have motivation, New Years' resolutions and the like and then that wanes.

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