How to build a gym routine

Building a gym routine can feel overwhelming, especially when you're just starting out. But don’t worry—you’re not alone! Every fitness journey is unique, and it’s normal to face challenges as you establish good habits. Sticking to a gym routine for beginners can be tricky, but with the right approach, it becomes much easier to create a gym workout plan that fits your goals and lifestyle.

One of the key elements to success is setting realistic and achievable goals. When you have a clear vision of what you want to accomplish, it not only keeps you motivated but also helps you stay on track when things get tough. Whether you're aiming to build strength, lose weight, or simply stay active, having a solid plan is essential. We’re here to support you with some practical tips to help you turn those intentions into action, creating lasting habits that will set you up for long-term success.

5 tips to start your gym routine

Whether you’re just starting or looking to refine your current plan, here’s how to make your gym workout plan effective, achievable, and sustainable. Let’s dive into the steps that will help you build the habits that lead to a successful fitness routine!

1. Commitment days

Plan your workouts for the same days every week. When it’s blocked out in your diary, you’ll eventually become so used to those being your gym days that nothing else will clash with that time.

2. Planning for progress

It’s important to keep yourself motivated, and a great way to do this is to set yourself goals in the app. Once you’ve done that, you’ll get loads of inspiration tailor-made to your needs, like recommended workouts and customised exercise plans to help you see real results.

3. Minimise hurdles

The trick is to make it as easy for yourself as possible. Think about what’s stopped you from getting to the gym in the past - did you wish you’d packed a snack, or did you forget part of your kit? It might be as simple as packing your bag the night before with water bottles, a towel and anything you need for the shower afterwards - all those little bits that add up to less stress on the day.

4. Accountability

Booking into a class and knowing that someone is expecting you means you’re far more likely to turn up than if you were just going on your own. So, if you are struggling to find the motivation, just book yourself a gym class or a small group training session where our expert trainers will help improve your form and master the details so you can get back into the swing of things.

5. Start strong

You could always book yourself onto one of our free inductions to help you learn the basics and give you some more exercise inspiration. Or claim your free 30-minute PT taster session with one of our friendly personal trainers.

Whether it’s getting tips on how to improve your form, mastering a tricky exercise or getting advice on your diet, they’ll help build a routine around your specific goals, so you can keep enjoying the positive effects of exercise.