Group fitness instructors share the mental and physical benefits of group fitness classes.

Here’s why you should give them a shot.

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regional fitness education specialist atOrangetheory Fitness

Often, members form lifelong friendships because theyre all working toward self- improvementtogether, Fajardo says.

Theres an undeniable sense of togetherness and community, she says.

As a fitness instructor, my clients have truly become like family.

Woman walking on a treadmill at the gym.

The energy and motivation from a group setting are unmatched, Fajardo says.

Everyone in that room is there because they want community and connection.

Lindsey Clayton, chief instructor at Barrys

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regional fitness education specialist atOrangetheory Fitness

Where group fitness shines is the mental andsocial benefitsit has to offer.

For instance, a2018 study1inMayo Clinic Proceedingsobserved a connection between playing social sportslike tennisand living a longer life.

Taking a group fitness class takes the guesswork out of everything, leaving it to the trained professionals.

Healthy female training in the gym, performing a hip thrust.

In addition, every coach goes through our own intensive in-house certification process, Fajardo says.

Clayton emphasizes the importance of group fitness instructors being able to work with people on an individual basis.

You just walk into your studio and follow your coachs instructions.

A young black woman doing post-run stretches in the park on the road amidst green grass and trees.

Basically, your brain gets a breakyour only focus is making sure you get a good sweat.

Who knows, you may surprise yourself.

Just rip the Bandaid off and try, Clayton says.

Everyone in that room is there because they want community and connection in addition to getting a great workout.

If they didnt want that, they could do their workout at home on an app.

Say hi, smile at people, give someone a high five.

Be the energy that you want to attract.

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