wouldn’t mind talking to them or seeing them a few times every week. If it doesn’t feel right, then keep it moving!
4. Feeling Of Community
This factor is last but certainly not least. Just as the vibes of your new gym can be essential to your likelihood to come back, the sense of community at the gym can make or break your health goals in the new year. Our favorite gyms or fitness studios make us feel as though we’re part of the family. Most important to us is that at least one person in the gym cares if we show up or not.
If your new gym welcomes you with open arms, has some opportunity to socialize with some members, or just has a trainer who knows you by name, you’ll be much more likely to keep coming back.
If being a part of a community is important to you, you might have more luck with boutique fitness studios or cross-fit gyms as these tend to have smaller, tight-knit communities. If you generally stick to the same workout schedule, you will likely see the same faces and easily make some friends and workout buddies. Just remember that you have to be clear about what you want and need.
5. Be Clear About Your Preferences
As you shop around for gyms, don’t forget that your preferences matter. This is your body and your