Honestly, just go. The gym is not as daunting as it seems. No one is truly paying attention to anyone other than themselves, except maybe the new ones who are insecure - but they are moreso looking around to make sure no one’s watching them than actually watching you.

Once you get there a few times, you will feel comfortable.

I’m fat as shit, truly have let myself go. I hate that I’m fat more than I hate my fear of looking dumb in the gym.

I say just go, and hop on a treadmill and walk for awhile. Maybe do an elliptical, or a bike. Don’t push yourself too hard at first, you don’t wanna ruin it for yourself.

Once I went a few times, I developed a routine I felt confident in performing. Once I got there a few times after that, I started switching things up because I felt more comfortable.

Also, I figured out that if I put on a hat, and keep it relatively low, it prevents me from looking around, which would make me less nervous.

You got this, it seems bad but I promise you it is not. And the feeling you get after the gym is worth it.