When it comes to getting in shape, many of us struggle. There are many reasons for this, but perhaps the most pervasive one is simply self doubt. We all deal with self doubt and self consciousness from time to time, but in many cases, it can take over a person’s life and lead to several dead ends in life due to the fear of even trying to succeed. However, I’m here to tell you that there is hope for all of us. Even the morbidly obese have had their share of success stories, and most people are out of shape. Not just you. So, if anyone can do it, then you can do it. Here are some tips to help you stay positive and reach for your fitness goal.

First and foremost, when it comes to going to the gym, many of us will feel like sitting ducks, easy targets for fit gym members. But, here’s the thing, it turns out that by large gym members are pretty supportive of people just getting out there and trying, so worst case scenario, they’ll be totally neutral to you. Most likely, however, some of them will offer their support and give you advice. After all, they were in your shoes once. You can always count on that. Our society has it too good and has a habit of engineering out of shape people without us even knowing, so most of us start out pretty rough.

Another thing to help you stay motivated is to wear athletic clothing when you work out. It sounds silly, but “the clothes make the man,” as they say. Dressing the part will help you really feel like you’re working out, if that makes sense, so some gear from Columbia might be just what the doctor ordered to keep you motivated. With these tips in mind, you should be well on your way to approaching fitness with a more positive outlook.