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5 ways to get over your fitness fears

Whether you're working out for the first time or trying to get back in shape, taking those first steps can be overwhelming. Fitness instructor Rory Lindo shares five easy ways to get over your fitness fears

Face your fitness fears - 5 ways to get over your fitness fears

Web exclusive, July 2010

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Face your fitness fears

It's one thing to say that you want to get in shape, but if you’re new to working out, taking that first step towards getting fit can be daunting. And there’s a lot to be intimidated by—whether it's the fear of pain, trying something new, or working out in front of strangers at the gym, our fears can get in the way of achieving our fitness goals. Best Health spoke with personal trainer Rory Lindo to get some tips on how to overcome your fitness fears.

 
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Why when you advertise all of the fit regimes and styles do you continually protray the trainers? These are the ones that intimidate the people who need the workout in the first place. Get some average people photos, the ones who are actually there to get fit, not the ones who are already fit as a fiddle.

 
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