Gym Etiquette

 Alright, I'm a gym rat. I don't like it, and in fact I hate it. I've never been the type to run (that would explain my F in P.E. dang near my whole student career), or do a push-up, or even stretch..as that is a precursor to exercise, so why bother. However, a year and a half ago, I noticed some things that made me damn near scream while looking in the mirror. So, my husband and I started exercising. It took about a week at my new gym to realize that I was already bored with the whole thing. I mean, really...shouldn't I have seen results in a week?? So, taking the next fitness step, I picked up a circuit training book. Shocker: I LOVED it! That brings me to where I am now. Still going to the gym with my ratty old book. So here's my point: I've learned most people have very poor manners.  When it comes to the gym: certain things should be required. Here's my list:

1. Wear deoderant. You'd think this is self-explanatory; but I can tell you that this is simply not the truth. Put some on, damnit. It makes me sick and I actually have to inhale to exercise.
2. STOP GRUNTING. What is WRONG with people?? Nobody wants to hear this! One day, I WILL walk by and grunt back at you. Just so you can have the same expression I do.
3. Don't hoard the free weights. There is no way on earth you are going to be able to use four different sets at the same time. The next time you do this, I hope somebody puts a set on your ankles, a set on your feet, a set on your stomach, and a set on your neck.
4. DO NOT WATCH THE CLASSES. Seriously the nastiest thing I've ever witnessed. It is not ok to gather with your gym buddies and watch the women sweat to the oldies. Go get a hobby.
5. Wipe down the machines. This is just nice to do. Nobody wants to touch anything you just sweated over. The people that don't wipe down the machines are the same people that don't wash their hands after using the restroom. Just saying.
6. Wear gym clothes. Make sure you're covered up. NOBODY wants to see your boobs...and men, those tank tops that show yours aren't cute, either.

After all is said and done, I love the gym now. But I promise you, the next time I see one of you that falls into problem areas 1-6, I will be posting your picture. ;o) Love to you all.