A group fitness class is a wonderful way to get out of the house and treat your body to some healthy movement. But its also important to be respectful of others who are doing the same.

A lot of us enjoy group fitness classes as much-needed me time, said Nick Leighton, an etiquette expert and co-host of the Were You Raised By Wolves? podcast . But its actually not me time. Its we time. And so you need to be mindful of the fact that youre not alone and other people are also trying to enjoy the class, too.

To help make instructor-led group workouts a better experience for everyone, HuffPost asked Leighton and other etiquette experts to share some common faux pas and advice for avoiding them. Read on for 11 rude behaviors.

Arriving late

Arrive a few minutes early to find your spot and be sure you are ready when the instructor is ready to start, advised Jodi R.R. Smith, president of Mannersmith Etiquette Consulting .

You disrupt the class when you get there late, so some studios even have late-arrival policies. Dont assume theyll make an exception for you. Be mindful if you might have to leave early as well.

Plan to stay to the very end, Leighton said. But if you do need to leave the class early for some reason, a front row yoga mat isnt for you. Take a spot closest to the door thatll minimize the disruption.

Chatting with your friends during class

Attending a fitness class with your friends can be an enjoyable activity, but that doesnt mean its the right time to socialize.

Make lengthy small talk after or before class, advised Diane Gottsman , an etiquette expert, author of Modern Etiquette for a Better Life and founder of the Protocol School of Texas. Talking over the instructor during the class is rude, as well as distracting.

Hogging the water station

Most fitness studios offer water stations to keep people hydrated. Refrain from taking more than you need, however.

When filling up your water bottle before class, ask yourself if youll really be drinking 128 ounces in the next hour or if maybe you dont actually need to fill up your entire gallon-size jug while a long line of people forms behind you, Leighton said.

Keeping your phone on

Ideally, you can keep your phone in a locker or otherwise stow it away during class. But if you need to have it in the room with you, dont keep the volume on!

Nothing kills the vibe faster than someones phone going off, Leighton said. If you need to keep an eye on your phone during class, keep it on silent and take a spot in the back of the room closest to the door if you need to make a quick exit to take a call.