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Are women-focused gyms worth it? (lemmy.world)
submitted 5 months ago by to c/womensstuff@piefed.blahaj.zone
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I’ve never been big on exercise. My hobbies are mostly fiber crafts and music, neither of which are particularly strenuous. Plus, I suspect I have undiagnosed asthma, and I finally have a test scheduled in two weeks to find out.

I’m in my 40s and really want to get a handle on my health and my weight, hence the asthma test, and becoming more active and especially adding some weight training is a necessary part of that. But I’m not really fond of gyms. I don’t love working with trainers either, because the ones I’ve tried in the past have pushed too hard and I just shut down; I don’t respond well to that.

But I’m wondering if a women-focused gym is worth trying? Something like a Curves; I know there are others. Please share your thoughts!

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[–] 5 points 5 months ago (1 child)

I don't have personal experience with a woman focused gym, but I can recommend women focused fitness classes. A women focused yoga or kickboxing studio might be a good option. For yoga in particular I've had classes lead by people who are really willing to meet people at their level. Those types of things tend to be mostly female in my area and it's nice because you generally don't have to pay for a membership to a gym and a private trainer. It also feels more like a hobby than just going to the gym. It's also good for accountability and may be a good place to meet some new friends.

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  • [–] [S] 2 points 5 months ago

    Hmm, I do like yoga, I just never really think of it as “exercise.” But it does help with strength. I’ve never tried Pilates either but maybe I should look into that too. Maybe you’re on to something!

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