Everyone reaches that stage in fitness where they think… it feels stale. Perhaps you are tired of working out alone. Perhaps you are not motivated, you are in a rut, or you are not certain of which step to take next. It is then when maybe it is time to seek a new experience: a group fitness type of class.

Does the word group make you jittery? Relax. This is not about perfection and keeping up with everyone in these classes. They are more like being there and letting the vibe of the room take you through. Here are seven signs that it is time to give it a shot.

You are sick of repetitive workout

Putting up with the same treadmill, same playlist, and same repetitions over and over again can dip your motivation. Group classes mix up routines with new formats, new instructors, and an integrated variety of anything fitness-related. All the classes are different, giving you a new vibe and morale.

You find it hard to motivate yourself alone

Group workout encourages accountability. There is a greater chance that you will attend a workout where there are other people doing the same thing as you and a coach who is expecting you to work out. And, when that music comes on, and the instructor gets everyone started, you just cannot stop.

You don’t know what to do at the gym

Going to a gym without a strategy can be boring and exhausting. Group classes eliminate some guesswork. You just turn up, put in the lead, and get a well-rounded, well-balanced workout without having to plan and second-guess every workout.

You miss the feeling of community

Group fitness provides a sense of teamwork, even if you are not the most social person. You will begin to see the same people every day. You will high-five at the end of the class and possibly even make some new friends.

You would like to do something new (not by yourself)

Have you ever wanted to give boxing, spinning, or Pilates a go but were too afraid to dive in? Fitness classes are designed to accommodate both amateurs and professionals. Instructors give alternatives, and the group performs as one. You will be introduced to new moves and perhaps even muscles that you did not initially imagine.

You are no longer getting results

Group fitness classes will wake your body up in case you experience a plateau. Cardio, strength, core work, and flexibility of various classes force your muscles to work in a different way. It’s the change-up that can help your body get the growth and betterment it requires.

You want your exercise to become fun once more

Exercise does not have to be a bore. A successful class with pumping music, inspiring teachers, and the vibe of a group may be a party rather than work. You will walk out sweaty, proud, and, most importantly, eager to go back.

The parting shot

You don’t have to be fit to attend a group fitness class. All you need is just some curiosity and the desire to put in the work. Who knows? It may just be the next kind of workout you will enjoy that is just outside your comfort zone.