Some women feel intimidated at the gym, what’s your best advice for getting through this?

Build confidence in being in that space. Take a friend and have someone there to support you and talk to you, so you don’t feel alone. That’s a good technique. Also, have a program and know exactly what you want to do in the gym, so you’re clear and have goals, as well as a bit of a routine.

The other thing I’d recommend would be to buy an outfit that you feel comfortable in. For some people, wearing gym clothes is the opposite of what they’re used to. For me, it’s the other way around, and normal clothes are something that I have to spend a bit of time working out. But feeling confident in what you’re wearing can make a big difference to your overall confidence, wherever you are – in a social situation, in a work environment or in the gym.

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