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How to Work Out
10 Surprising Fears That Keep People from the Gym
The gym is a portal to good health, but it can also be a scary place for a newcomer. Learn how to conquer your fitness fears with these expert tips
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Scare Away Your Fitness Fears
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“I can’t do a single pushup”
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“I don’t want to get too bulky”
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“I don’t have time to get results”
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“I’m going to get hurt on the treadmill”
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“I’ll get bored”
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“I look fat”
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“I’m going to get an infection”
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“I won’t be able to stick with working out”
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“I don’t know where to start”
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“I’m going to be sore”
“I’m going to get hurt on the treadmill”
Though most people run on the treadmill without incident, horror stories about friction burns—or worse—might be enough to put you off the belt for good. “The treadmill can be intimidating, if you start too fast,” White says.
Solution: “Using the elliptical or bike might be a good start,” he says. “And, of course, have someone show you what to do.” Begin walking on the treadmill at a low speed—White suggests starting at 3.0 miles per hour. He also recommends using the manual mode instead of a program. “A program could kick in high gear when you’re not ready,” he says. “You want to have control over the treadmill, rather than it having control over you.”
Video: Feel the burn while watching your favorite shows with this treadmill TV workout
Solution: “Using the elliptical or bike might be a good start,” he says. “And, of course, have someone show you what to do.” Begin walking on the treadmill at a low speed—White suggests starting at 3.0 miles per hour. He also recommends using the manual mode instead of a program. “A program could kick in high gear when you’re not ready,” he says. “You want to have control over the treadmill, rather than it having control over you.”
Video: Feel the burn while watching your favorite shows with this treadmill TV workout
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