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I have a predicament and I'm after some expertise. I'm joining a gym for the first time next week and it just occurred to me I have no idea what folk wear in these places as never been inside one I'm my life!!

I currently own no trainers just casual shoes and no trousers other than work/jeans. I also own shorts but these are knee length fashion style.

Top half I should be fine as have t-shirts.

I just don't want to turn up to the gym like the new kid in school, in shiny clean impractical shoes, ridiculous trousers and generally looking like a spiv!

I'm not into exercise so when I get to the gym I plan mainly on running/cycling etc probably no weights. I'm tall and have big feet (don't know if that makes a difference for shoe style!) and have a slight beer gut/moob combo (hence the gym) so nothing Lycra please!!!


Help!!

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    D_G
    Its common sense what people wear to a gym surely? aslong as you dont turn up in a suit and tie im sure no one will take to much notice.
    master_chief
    Get some cheap shorts from Sports direct. Get Asics trainers from a trainer shop and get them to make sure they're the right sort for your feet.

    Best piece of advice, get some Nike Pro or similar training shorts, bit like cycling shorts. Absolute must if you have chunky thighs and don't want any chaffage.
    richp
    secretwoman123
    Why not pop into the gym before joining and have a look around, then you will see what the norm is, maybe even ask for advice from a trainer, good luck
    D_G
    D_G1 year, 8 months ago #5Show comment toolsReply
    i assume you will be going for the cardio.

    if you are going for weights get some training gloves, they help alot.
    gbspurs
    Cardio is the purpose. The gym I'm joining won't let you in until you join!!! Really stupid I know but it's cheap. So are shorts the way to go?
    D_G
    D_G1 year, 8 months ago #7Show comment toolsReply
    Shorts,trainers,t-shirt.

    it really is that easy.
    slamdunkin
    shorts, joggers or tracksuit bottoms
    secretwoman123
    gbspurs
    Cardio is the purpose. The gym I'm joining won't let you in until you join!!! Really stupid I know but it's cheap. So are shorts the way to go?

    so how do you know it is any good, and what sort of equipment they have?
    gbspurs
    Aren't they all the same?? It's a city centre one called thegym in Bristol. No contract and you can only sign up online, they give you a pin and that gets you access. Website pictures make it look ok.
    gbspurs
    Cheers DG I think shorts are a good idea. I went for those trainers in here that were posted about an hour ago also. I play a bit of tennis and badminton and needed trainers for that too so hopefully they suit!
    ryman1000
    gbspurs
    Aren't they all the same?? It's a city centre one called thegym in Bristol. No contract and you can only sign up online, they give you a pin and that gets you access. Website pictures make it look ok.


    inb4 gym doesnt exist
    oddballjamie
    gbspurs
    Aren't they all the same?? It's a city centre one called thegym in Bristol. No contract and you can only sign up online, they give you a pin and that gets you access. Website pictures make it look ok.

    So no induction then?
    secretwoman123
    gbspurs
    Aren't they all the same?? It's a city centre one called thegym in Bristol. No contract and you can only sign up online, they give you a pin and that gets you access. Website pictures make it look ok.

    sounds a little weird to me, so when you sign up online what do you have to give them? credit card details?
    oddballjamie
    oddballjamie
    gbspurs
    Aren't they all the same?? It's a city centre one called thegym in Bristol. No contract and you can only sign up online, they give you a pin and that gets you access. Website pictures make it look ok.

    So no induction then?

    Ah...
    Q: Will I be shown how to use the equipment?
    A: Yes, we provide a free half hour induction in which we will show you how to operate the equipment, should you require this.
    gbspurs
    Dont know, maybe it's once you have signed up and are inside the inner sanctuary. Gym definately exists as a work colleague goes and has recommended it!
    gbspurs
    Dont know, maybe it's once you have signed up and are inside the inner sanctum. Gym definately exists as a work colleague goes and has recommended it!
    gbspurs
    Whoops
    oddballjamie
    D_G
    D_G1 year, 8 months ago #20Show comment toolsReply
    secretwoman123
    gbspurs
    Aren't they all the same?? It's a city centre one called thegym in Bristol. No contract and you can only sign up online, they give you a pin and that gets you access. Website pictures make it look ok.

    sounds a little weird to me, so when you sign up online what do you have to give them? credit card details?


    Im sure the OP isnt an idiot and knows the gym is legit.
    secretwoman123
    gbspurs
    Aren't they all the same?? It's a city centre one called thegym in Bristol. No contract and you can only sign up online, they give you a pin and that gets you access. Website pictures make it look ok.

    sounds a little weird to me, so when you sign up online what do you have to give them? credit card details?


    Its not a con.

    We have ''the gym'' here in plymouth, £15 a month open 24hours and unlimited use.

    The thing is there is no reception, you get given a swipe card and in you go.

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