We all start at the start

I completely understand that starting something new can be daunting and uncomfortable.

If you’re wanting to lose weight – it can mean turning up to a new gym or PT class where you know nobody, you feel awkward because everyone else has been training for a while and now know what they are doing. You might even feel like people are judging you, which they probably aren’t, but when we’re already feeling overwhelmed and possibly self conscious, we often feel we are uncomfortably the centre of attention.

What we need to remember is that this passes – very quickly!!! Before too long you’ve become ‘part of the furniture’ and feeling right at home – AND what’s even better than that – you’re on your way to a fitter, healthier and happier self. Remember that people who are already training also had their “first day” and I’m sure they also had some reservations about starting something new too.

Remember that facing up to something that you’re really scared of starting can be character building. I love that feeling of pride when you go and do something that frightens you…. It’s empowering!

Life is definitely too short to put something off that’s really important to you because you’re worried about the initial awkwardness. We all start somewhere!

Here’s the most important message – that very brief time of feeling out of your comfort zone, is absolutely nothing compared to spending months, possibly years, being overweight and unfit with no self-esteem. And if you’re health is being effected, then awkward or not, you have to fix it.

So keep in mind that everyone has started somewhere. Everyone’s been the ‘new kid’ and everyone’s probably felt a little intimidated . But once you begin that wonderful journey of looking after yourself, feeling great and being healthy and happy, that little bit of fear will be a distant memory and you’ll be focusing on your new and improved YOU!

And I NEED to mention, if you come and train at Be Your Best PT – you will train with the most wonderful and friendly people! I’m honoured to have you all on board, you’re inspiring and brilliant and SO welcoming to any new comers we have!! We may all have slightly different goals, but we’re all working to improve ourselves in some way and that puts us all in the same boat I say!!

The sooner you get your first day or first week over and done with, the sooner you are feeling comfortable, and the sooner you’re on your way to a better version of yourself!!

Have a great day!!

Paula