[header] How to cope with social anxiety at the gym [title] Come up with a workout plan before you get to the gym. [step] If you're already worried about feeling awkward or standing out at the gym, there's nothing worse than aimlessly walking through the gym. To avoid this, make a specific workout plan before you get to the gym. 
Decide in advance which machine you'll start with, which free weights you'll use, and how many sets and reps you plan to complete with different weights. [substeps] Making plans of your workout can reduce your anxiety by preparing you for exactly what you will be doing.