Exercise/gym starter tips

This isnt OCD related but Is anyone here an avid/novice gym goer? I have been wanting to get into it for a couple of years to target certain things and also exercise had helped me feel better in the past. My sport of choice (climbing) isnt available in my area and I would really like to start at the gym but I feel so intimidated. I dont know what exercises to do to target what, how to do them, or what machines to use. How did you get into it and eventually learn? Is there maybe an app or youtube channel that isnt overwhelming? I really would appreciate any advice from someone who was nervous at the beginning like me! :)

Username: hellohello hellohello

Date posted: 1y ago

I use alive by Whitney Simmons!!! I love it and it has many options for different experience levels and different goals

Username: hiitsemmyhiitsemmy

Date posted: 1y ago

@hellohello Thank you! Is it like home workout videos or more gym style teaching you things?

Username: Disko Disko

Date posted: 1y ago

Yes I do!! My ultimate confidence booster for the gym and learning machines was getting to the gym before everyone or after everyone. Go when it’s EMPTY you have the place to yourself to learn how to work machines mess around with what you like and not feel worried about what people think of you it really helped me in the long run and I for sure don’t get nervous when others are working out around me especially when I’m using weights or cables. Good luck!!!

Username: hiitsemmyhiitsemmy

Date posted: 1y ago

@Disko Thank you so much! How did you learn what exercises you needed to do for what you wanted to target? Thats another thing I have no clue about

Username: Disko Disko

Date posted: 1y ago

@hiitsemmy I’m actually an exercise physiology major so that part wasn’t so hard for me to figure out, befire that though I used the Nike training app there’s some weight/equipment options where they can walk you through movements. Also just google workouts for what your looking to accomplish and you will start to find what works for you. Have fun with it

Username: AnonymousAnonymous

Date posted: 1y ago

Hi so I started going to the gym because since having ocd I gained alot of weight since childhood and ballooned up to 297 lbs! I started going last march to the gym and with diet I have lost 75 lbs. I still have some way to go but the most important thing to remember is that everyone at the gym is focused on themselves and no one is watching you that was my biggest worry. try out all the machines and choose your favorite ones for each muscle group you want to workout. Get comfortable and have fun is the most important thing

Username: hiitsemmyhiitsemmy

Date posted: 1y ago

@Anonymous Thank you! Im glad the gym has treated you well!

Username: IcywaterrIcywaterr

Date posted: 1y ago

I got to start working out again!

Username: rachelpeony

Date posted: 2y ago

What are your go-to ways of staying motivated?

Sometimes I have so much that I want to do (cleaning, exercise, hobbies, etc) but OCD makes it so hard to have energy...especially when I'm practicing not doing compulsions! Does anyone have any tips for making it easier to do everyday activities when you aren't feeling mentally great?

Username: NrseKris

Date posted: 2y ago

Exercise

I know there’s so much research out there on exercise for mental health, but has anyone here really tried and saw benefits ? I can’t find an exercise I enjoy usually just walking or yoga or jump rope. I don’t like the gym. It’s just hard to get started and motivated like have to force myself.. any tips on experience or getting started is appreciated

Username: Ahgeezrick

Date posted: 1y ago

Newbie in Need of Help

To the ones who have been working with their OCD for awhile now and feel somewhat experienced in handling symptoms, I have a question… If you could go back in time and tell your younger self (pre awareness of your condition) one thing, what would you tell yourself to help with your condition? I have no means to treat my OCD, and only have just joined this app and acknowledged my condition and my, now, desperate need for help. Anything will help and I honestly am needing some sense of community to feel less alone. Thank you for everything!

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