If you are just starting out, don’t be so concerned with how you look. A simple t-shirt and some breathable dark colored bottoms will work (trust me, butt and/or crotch stains are not for the faint hearted). Wearing black or dark color bottoms helps mask all that ‘junk’ sweat. You can basically wear anything that you don’t mind getting sweaty or gross that already resides in your closet.

Remember, you want something that will help you get the job done, this means that you wear it to improve your workout, not to hinder it.

All that being said, I’m also a proponent of doing things in style so, if you like to show up and show out, go on with your bad self! Go splurge on a new gym outfit or two or ten! I know I always do a better job at things when I feel and look my best.

Gym culture is different all over the place but people at the gym do stare, and look, and it’s easy to feel judged. Don’t ever let anyone shame you or make you feel bad for how you look. Your body, your choice.

REMEMBER, you are awesome just the way you are. You don’t have to look any certain way. So show up how you feel most comfortable. Confidence and comfort trump all other things in this arena.