Giggles&Glutes Podcast

Women’s Fitness Struggles: Gym Intimidation, Home Workouts & Mindset

Zoë Müller & Donaé Marinus Season 1 Episode 40

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Struggling with gym intimidation, home workout distractions, or staying motivated? You’re not alone.

In this episode of Giggles & Glutes, Zoë and Donaé dive into the real fitness struggles women face — from walking into the gym and feeling judged, to dealing with equipment hoggers, unsolicited advice, and the chaos of training at home.

We’ll also cover the mental side of fitness:

•The scale obsession

•Comparison trap on social media

•Guilt over missed workouts

Most importantly, we share practical solutions to build confidence, set up your home space, and focus on progress that actually matters.

👯‍♀️ Whether you’re starting your journey or pushing through a plateau, this episode will remind you: you’re not alone, and your struggles are valid.


✨ Listen now for relatable stories, real talk, and motivation to keep going.


Timeline:

00:00 – Intro & Welcome

01:10 – Gym Intimidation

02:11 – The Men’s Weight Section

03:45 – Gym Bullying & Bench Stories

06:45 – Equipment Hogging

08:50 – Unsolicited Advice & Form Policing

11:30 – At-Home Workout Chaos

13:00 – Motivation vs. The Fridge

14:45 – The Mental Struggles

16:00 – Practical Solutions That Work

17:30 – Closing Encouragement


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