Introduction
In the era of fitness, gyms seem to open on every corner, and every day a new #pt shows on your Instagram feed. While on its own it is a good thing, as it gives you more freedom to choose, having too many options can be intimidating, and deciding what is best for you can be tricky. Luckily we are here to help, so here is how to choose the right training facility.
Think About Your Fitness Level
While your workout program will dictate the way you train more than the gym, choosing your environment matters too.
If you are a complete beginner, going to the most hardcore gym in your town won’t be the smartest choice. Looking at all those guys around you lifting 10x as much as you weigh can be intimidating, and you might feel demotivated and reluctant to go as often as you should. Also, those hardcore gyms are all about pumping iron, and if you are looking to do some group classes from time to time, you need something different.
The same goes the other way around; if you are an advanced lifter, you need a gym with a lot of weight. 100-pound dumbells are not good enough, so find something suitable for your size and strength. But the chances are that advanced lifters don’t read articles like this one, so we will stick to beginners.
Think About Your Favorite Type Of Training
If you are the type of person that gets bored quickly, you want to go to a gym that has different options. Sometimes you might want to do free weights, sometimes pilates, other times yoga or even CrossFit.
On the other hand, if your main goal is hypertrophy, make sure your gym has a lot of weights, but also enough bars and benches, which will allow multiple meatheads to train at the same time.
And if your focus is primarily on losing weight and getting ready for the summer, you want a gym that has a good selection of cardio equipment. Treadmills are especially tricky, as they are the most popular, so make sure your gym of choice has more than one, so you don’t have to waste time waiting for it to free up.
Think About The Coaches
Personal trainers make or break the gym experience. Even if you don’t want to, or can’t afford to hire one, having great personal trainers around that are willing to help and share advice is very important.
Don’t be shy, ask the trainer for advice, to see how he/she is. You will see how polite and patient they are, and how willing they are to help. You will also see if they are amateurs who are only looking to take your money, or if they are real pros genuinely looking to better their clients.
Conclusion
FitAndPsyched West Palm Beach is a perfect place for people looking to get in the best shape of their lives. Our equipment, cleanliness, but above all our team of personal trainers will guarantee your satisfaction, and also long term results. Visit us today, and get ready for that fast approaching summer in time.
