Creating and maintaining an effective exercise routine can be one of the more difficult challenges on the weight management journey. Many struggle with setting realistic goals, staying motivated and challenging themselves every step of the way.
However, setting new goals and challenges helps keep things fresh and exposes your body to a wider range of physical activity – and group exercise is a powerful way to take that next step forward on the road to better health.
How Can I Benefit from Group Exercise?
When you exercise among others with the same goals and interests, many unique benefits become available to you:
- Variety in Your Workout – Work different muscles and stay energized
- Fun with Fitness – Working out among others can be invigorating and exciting.
- More Motivation – Group exercise can be empowering and inspire your goals.
- Increased Performance – This comes along with regular attendance to group classes.
- New Friends – Meet new people and develop new relationships.
- Bust through Weight Plateaus – Burn more calories, vary your routine and step it up a notch.
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How Can I Get Started?
You know that group exercise can be a powerful way to revamp your workout routine, but your friends and family may not be willing to participate. So, what can do you?
First, see what’s offered in your local community. Is there a gym or recreation center that offers group fitness classes near you? If so, when and where are those classes held? You can also go online to check out what kinds of fitness groups and communities meet up in your local area.
Next, determine what kinds of group exercises interest you. Perhaps you enjoy running, biking or even hiking. Maybe you find joy in water aerobics or kick-boxing. Whatever sounds fun and engaging, explore those options more!
Finally, don’t be afraid to take that very next step and sign yourself up for a group fitness class. Pick a time slot that fits your schedule, get in contact with the organizer of the group and jump into fitness alongside others on the same journey!
