25/08/2026
What if the gym isn’t as scary as your brain tells you it is? 👇
One of the biggest reasons people never get into the gym is fear.
We’ve all felt it. The only difference between those who start and those who don’t is taking that first step.
Every person in the gym has felt the fear of going for that first session, no matter how confident they seem now.
It’s always going to be a little scary but if you know you want to get healthier, stronger and feel better by getting into the gym, you’ve got to take the leap.
We can assure you that, especially here at Athletic Edge, it will be no where near as scary as you think. As Iain says in the video above, the vast majority of people will be willing to help you out if you need it, not judge you.
After your first session (even if it’s just 30 minutes) you’ll realize that, in reality, the gym is not a scary place at all and you’ll start to feel more and more confident overtime.
If you’re still a bit apprehensive about your first session, you could consider:
🤝 Coming with a friend
🕐 Arriving at a less busy time (usually more in the middle of the day)
✏️ Planning your session before you arrive
Also, check out out ‘beginners guide to the gym’ post!
If you have any questions or concerns, feel free to drop us a message.
We hope to see you in the gym soon! 💪