Your first time at the gym
Almost everyone feels nervous before their first gym session. When you know in advance what you will do, the visit goes calmly and you will want to come back.
You will need
- Workout clothes and indoor shoes
- Water bottle and towel
- Padlock for the locker, if the gym requires one
- This programme on your phone
Steps
Choose a gym and a time
Pick a gym close to your home or workplace. For your first visit, go at a quiet time, for example late morning, when machines are free.
Ask for a machine introduction
Warm up for 5–10 minutes
Adjust the machine to fit you
Do five basic exercises
Choose a light weight
Wipe the machine and put weights back
Stretch and write it down
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