Less than 25% of people who join a gym actually go to the gym.
The busiest time of year for a gym is January. And the major membership purchasers are women.

It works out great for the gym owner. They make all of their money from the people that give up.Bridget Jones said it best, "Gym visits 0, number of gym visits so far this year 1, cost of gym membership per year 370 pounds." Sad, but true.

If everyone who had a gym membership actually went to the gym, it would create mass chaos. They over sell the space because they know that people will not go.

Why is this???

In my opinion...it's a lack of support. It all sounds so great when you go in to buy your membership. They make it seem like you'll be part of a family...supported, motivated, guided. 

Unfortunately, after you've signed your contract they show you around and then leave you to fend for yourself. There's no one there to walk you through a properly designed individual program. No one to ask if your form is right or if your even using the machines properly. No one standing by you motivating you and telling you how great you're doing. All of that is extra. 

When I first started working in weight rooms there was always someone on the floor to answer questions and give advice. Those days are long gone. If you have a question at the gym, hire a trainer...you can get your question answered within 3 to 4 weeks. People give up. They get frustrated and go home, crack open a bag of Doritos and decide to wait until month (which never comes).

My advice is....if you are TRULY ready. And I mean TRULY ready to take the steps and make a change you should hire a good personal trainer. We're worth our weight in gold! 

Get a trainer who can show you how to work for your body type and personal style. Being accountable to a trainer will help you stay on goal. The gym just does not work for most people. I know it, you know it, and gym owners know it. 

Figure out what works for you and go with it. Find a trainer who cares about your bottom line (literally) not just their own. 


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