Gym Anxiety Is Real. TikTok's 'Shy Girl Workouts' Can Help.

Feeling self-conscious when you walk into a fitness center? You’re not alone. Here’s some advice from personal trainers and therapists.

Whether you just joined a gym, are getting back into going or have shown up consistently, you may experience some anxiety. Will people judge how you look? Will they stare at you or make a rude comment if you do a stretch incorrectly? And oh my gosh, could the machine be any louder?

You may also struggle with exercise if you have asthma or another physical condition. Can your body handle the workout?