I can't tell you how many people I've spoken to who feel threatened and anxious when it comes to walking into a gym. For some it stops them from joining a gym. For others it stops them from going. I've known people who belong to a gym, go in for a workout spend five minutes walking around and get so psyched out by the other people they turn around and go home. It's not just gyms but any fitness class, yoga, spinning, boot camp, etc. You walk in one of these places and you zero in on the young woman and guys wearing skimpy workout clothes with muscles you didn't even know existed. Pretty intimidating, right? I understand, but when the fears and anxiety comes between you and your health, fitness and detox goals it's time for a change.
One thing you really need to understand is that everyone starts somewhere. I can guarantee you that the woman over there with amazing flat abs or the guy over there bench pressing a house had to work very, very hard. Lets put this in perspective. Have you ever been watching television or reading a magazine and a model or actor is talking about not working out, that they're just naturally the way they look? Guess what... I've seen some of these very same models and actors in gyms in Los Angeles, New York, or Miami red-faced, sweating buckets and working extremely hard to get their "natural" bodies. Sure, genetics plays a role with some but the work and dedication is the same. Everyone at a gym is at a different fitness and health level but everyone is working toward similar goals so the fact that you're there and trying your best garners respect from even the most experienced gym rat. I've seen countless unlikely friendships form in gyms between people who probably don't hang out outside of the gym but because they're in there working toward the same thing they respect each other.
No one likes to feel as though they're being judged. For many going to the gym means facing your insecurities head on so it's no wonder we can feel scrutinized and judged, even if it's all in our head. This is my "Police Line Up" analogy. You feel like you're being lined up against the wall and someone behind the glass can see you, all of you, but you don't see them, you don't know what they're looking at and you don't know what they're thinking. All of your imperfections and weaknesses are there on display. Let me be the one that smashes the glass and tells you what's really going on. First, you well know by now that you are your own worst enemy. You're most critical to you. No one on the face of this planet knows you like you know you, no one, not your boyfriend/girlfriend, wife/husband, mother/father... no one. I can tell you people do not see you the same way you see yourself and for many that is a relief! Going easy on yourself is also one of the hardest lessons to learn. I can't stress enough how people who are in a gym have a tremendous respect for anyone else there.
No one knows the dedication and work it takes to be there more than they do and will be among the least judgmental. Not that young woman over there in incredible shape you say? Let me tell you something else then. The so called "beautiful people" out there are also some of the most insecure. I can't refer you to a study about this but I'm telling you from firsthand experience in Los Angeles seeing and working with people who, you and I would think, would not have an insecure bone in their body. Next time you are getting the best of yourself it helps to remember that no one is having malicious thoughts about the way you look or the weight you're lifting or how fast you're going on the elliptical. Chances are everyone in the gym is feeling the same way you are so don't psyche yourself out! If you get in there on a consistent basis you will be looking and feeling great and becoming more comfortable with those around you.
Andrew Pasquella is no stranger to living a healthy lifestyle. After attending University, where he became a very successful personal trainer, he moved to Los Angeles, CA where he was a personal trainer to several feature film and television actors, top models, television directors, and even athletes.
Accepting a position at an exclusive nutritional supplement company took Andrew to San Diego, CA where he was involved developing nutritional plans and specialized supplements for Olympic and professional athletes. In addition, Andrew continued his personal training career by training members of the US Army as well as executives in several Fortune 500 companies. After an extensive stay in San Diego, Andrew felt the need to increase health and well being for a broader audience. He wanted a solution that would help people improve their bodies from the inside out and essentially improve their quality of life. After reading reports of how toxins are affecting our overall health, it became immediately apparent what kind of company he wanted to create.
In 2004, Andrew moved back to Los Angeles, CA where he founded Ripped Tide Nutrition, Inc.. Teaming with a well known M.D. who has a history of creating best-selling products, Andrew took months perfecting his flagship product. The result was a proprietary supplement blend of premium cleansing and detoxifying ingredients. The solution was natural and gentle yet effective. Andrew called the detox formula, SoCal Cleanse?.
SoCal Cleanse? was rolled out to celebrity actors, models, and even personal trainers to the stars and the response was astounding! Word of mouth spread rapidly through the health conscious town and customers simply couldn't get enough.
SoCal Cleanse? now has a wonderful following - in Hollywood and elsewhere - and is continuing to introduce new products to detox your mind, your body, and your life!
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