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6 Things I Learned After Going to 10 Barry’s Bootcamp Classes

My actual dilemma: eat good food and be content OR forego the food and look like a real snacc?

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6 Things I Learned After Going to 10 Barry’s Bootcamp Classes
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This past summer, I really wanted to challenge myself to get into shape, so I impulsively bought a 12-class membership to Barry's Bootcamp, which is a studio focused on HIIT (High-Intensity Interval Training). Let me tell you, I really have a love and hate relationship with Barry's.

1. If you have the equipment, you’re only paying for motivation

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Honestly, you can probably run and do the exercises at home or at the gym, but you just need to learn how to motivate yourself.

2. Don’t worry about how fast other people are going

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When I first started, I kept looking at how fast other people were going. But, those people may have been going for a longer time than me, or they may be more fit than me. Don't compare yourself to other people, and just go at your own pace.

3. If you think sprinting for 30 seconds straight is easy, then you got another thing coming

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Instructor: "It's only 30 seconds! You can do this!"

Me: *literally about to fall off the treadmill after 15 seconds*

4. Consume protein after every class

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I made the mistake of foregoing a protein shake after class once, and wow. I was SO SORE for the next two days. Don't make this rookie mistake.

5. If your instructor is making you feel bad about yourself, DROP HIM/HER

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When one of the instructors was giving me crap for not going fast enough, I was like, "Bye!" It's my body and my pace. I know my body the best! Don't tell me to push harder when I KNOW that it'll only hurt me more.

6. You just gotta do it! Dedication is key

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Every morning/night is such a struggle because, some days, I really just don't want to go. But every time I do go, I feel significantly better and more accomplished. Honestly, though, it's your call!

I still have a few more classes left, but honestly, I don't think I will purchase another membership. If you plan on going or are currently going, good for you!! After this membership ends, bye Barry's!

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