by Laura Capaul
1. When you're done with a machine, clean off the equipment. Seriously, it's nasty if you don't. I'm not into running after you with an antibacterial wipe and cleaning up after you because you refuse to do it. I have other things I need to do. Oh, the same thing goes for the mats. I know they get cleaned at least twice a week because I clean them after my Pilates classes, but I know they're being used outside of that too. Just don't be gross.
2. Don't EVER try to debate with the fitness professionals. You're at the gym wanting their services for a reason. You're obviously not an expert, so shush.
3. Men, don't be a creeper. If you see an attractive woman, you can look, but you don't have to approach and talk. It makes me uncomfortable. If you're talking about something having to do with fitness, the weather, the gym, knitting, whatever, that's fine. Please stop coming up to me and trying to find out if I'm married and willing to cheat. It's gross. Also, please don't come out of the shadows and ask if I want to see a drawing. A million things go through my head first and that gets disturbing.
4. Women, don't wear tiny outfits and get mad when guys won't stop staring at you. If you don't want 'em lookin', don't put it out there. Just sayin'...There's also no reason to give me hateful looks. Don't hate because I'm sassy! ;)
5. If you see posted rules, they're there for a reason. If it states "No boom boxes" don't ask me if you can bring one in. What do you need a boom box for? You ain't Run DMC and this ain't Brooklyn...If you are Run DMC, then who am I to tell you no? That would be sweet...
That's a preview of my book that I want to write about gyms. Enjoy.
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By #3, is there a gray area in there? Do you not want to be talked to by anyone? Gyms are social places, ya know. I don't go to gyms, but I do spend a lot of time at home working by myself, so when I go out, be it to the surf or the grocery store or whatever, I tend to engage people in conversation. I'd be lying if I didn't admit I sparked up a conversation with a pretty girl from time to time.
ReplyDeleteI think it's more about what you do or say in that conversation and reading the signs as to whether that person wants to be conversated with. (I just made the word up. You can use it.)
I love conversing with people, don't get me wrong. I'm a very friendly and social person. Asking me if I'm "still available" even though I'm married isn't all that acceptable to me. I also had one guy who pretty much came out of nowhere while I was busy filling out some paperwork and asked if he can show me a drawing. My mind in that moment did very crazy things because I watch a lot of horror movies. My first thought was "If he drew a picture of me I'm going to decapitate myself right here and now" because that would be creepy. It turns out it was a drawing of Shakira, which is more obscure than what I had thought it was going to be. He then said he "Wikipediaed it" on his phone and found out that her and I are the same height because I guess I needed to know that. I was a little uncomfortable at the time, but I think it's a really funny story now. I love having random conversations with people, but when the other person is staring at my chest the whole time, it's a little weird. If you're gonna glance, be sneaky about it, don't just stare. So, yes, there is plenty of gray area there!
ReplyDeleteYeah, I hate it when women stare at my chest too.
ReplyDeleteBTW, in this post, you've admitted to being a 4'11" attractive woman with a noticeable bosom. Bold.
Actually, I'm 5'2.5", somewhat attractive, and no bosom to speak of whatsoever. Other women at the gym with larger boobs get their stared at. If I get mine stared at it's more like "Where are they?"
ReplyDeleteBut you're funny. I'd take funny and "no bosom" over "larger boobs" and unfunny any day.
ReplyDeleteUnfortunately, most women don't find funny and no money preferable to unfunny and rich, so I'm...
I'd much rather have an awesome personality than big boobs. They'd eventually sag, but, if I don't go crazy first, I'll always be funny.
ReplyDeleteThat's sad because I'd much rather have somebody to laugh with than spend money on me. Women are skanks anyway...