Fitness: Missing the motivation of group exercise? You're not alone Depending on where you live in Canada, it may be the better part of half a year since your exercise crew got together at the gym for a workout. Author of the article: Jill Barker • Special to Montreal Gazette Publishing date: Apr 18, 2021 • 3 hours ago • 4 minute read • Sean Coulton moved his Uniti Fitness classes outside in Pointe-Claire last summer to accommodate social distancing. Studies of individuals participating in group exercise have consistently noted better adherence compared to those exercising on their own. Photo by Dave Sidaway /Montreal Gazette files Article content