The gym takes me out of my comfort zone

I’m not good with change.

Any little upheaval throws me off.

My life has been devoted to avoiding arguments, confrontation and risk. What seemed like a peaceful way of life has resulted in me just being afraid of taking chances in life. Funny as it sounds, my gym membership is helping to make improvements for me. I’m no longer hiding and just getting by. I now have more confidence. I had asked one of my friends for some advice. I wanted to get out there and do something different. I hoped to get out of my comfort zone. She recommended that I go with her to the health and fitness center. That was scary for me. I am not athletic and uncomfortable going to new places. I don’t like being around a bunch of new people. That first visit to the gym was to take a group fitness training class. I was so intimidated. I realized that there are some really wonderful people in the group fitness training classes. They didn’t judge me at all. They were very encouraging and welcoming. Afterward, I took a tour of the gym. A certified fitness expert showed me all the amenities the gym had to offer. I was really encouraged to give it a try. I felt so good after that initial class. It was easy to go back and get my gym membership. I have now been a member at the gym for nearly a year. I take several group training classes per week and have made some wonderful friends.
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