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What do pure gym classes entail?

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determinedtoslimdown · 09/03/2026 14:54

I’ve booked into a pure gym learn to lift class this evening. Can’t cancel as it’s less than 4 hours away.

I am nervous as hell. I’ve never done a workout class before and I’m overweight so I’m worried I’m going to look like a fit! Has anyone been to them before? What do they entail?

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Tomorrowisanewday · 09/03/2026 14:59

Not been to one at Pure Gym, but at David Lloyd. They go through the important points you need to bear in mind when you start lifting - so lifting from yur legs not your back, how each lift should be carried out, and give you a demonstartion on what it should look like, and how to acheive proper form. In my experience, no-one will care that you're overweight (I am), and most people will be encouraging, because they see you're making an effort to improve your strength and fitness. Good luck - lifting is my favourite exercise in the gym, and I dont look like I should be doing it!!