Happy New Year! Do you have resolutions? Time to hit the gym! New Year, new me!
You’ve surely heard these trite sayings. They’re silly and overused, BUT I really love New Year, and let me tell you why!
Why Not Now?
Sure, New Year comes around every year, and at some point, it feels like it’s more and more frequent, ha.
But, now is just as good a time as any to make good and healthy choices!
Why not now, to feel better?
Why not now to work on your health?
Harness That Energy
Yes, you could have started exercising in October, or like 2020, but why don’t you use all the energy in the air now, and use that as fuel for your goal?
Like, sure the pessimists say, what is different today verses 5 days ago or next month?
Maybe nothing, but why not start now?
There’s excitement in the air, and so many people, together, are starting something new! Jump on board, and do it yourself!
The Gym is GREAT Energy!
If you’re skeptical, considering hearing me out. People in gyms are there to work hard. They are sober. They’re not asking anything of you. If you pick the right gym, there’s no weird dynamic to buy more or be obligated to anything else.
You just go in, do a workout that works for you, and leave.
You can choose to talk to people who become familiar, or keep your head down and go about your business alone. Either is ok, and neither will make you the weirdo.
Gym Members are Friendly!
Because they have been where you are! They have been new! They have been weak!
Like I mentioned before, you can kind of choose your level of interaction. Some people are very extroverted, and visit while they lift. Social hour!
Others just do their thing and leave.
One of my favorite things about gyms though, is that even if you never talk to anyone, there’s an unspoken community. You’ll see regulars. They’re working hard, every day too.
It’s kind of heartwarming to see the same familiar faces, even if you don’t know their names.
Let’s Go!
I always offer a free consult, to talk about your goals and see if we are a match to work together. From there, you can choose to do online training at your own gym, train with me, join one of my groups for instant community, or you can think more. This is no obligation.
Fill out this form here: (click here) and let’s talk!
Happy 2026!
I wish you a healthy, blessed and prosperous 2026!
About the author
Kathryn Alexander is a strength coach and personal trainer in Austin, Texas. She loves hiking, college football, and the feel of a perfectly knurled barbell. Read more about Kathryn here.
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