girls in the gym

JaneDough_

Oh brother, people find the most stupid things to rant about......... :huh:

RGv2

ruth3698

I popped myself some popcorn for this thread :happy: I'm gonna throw on some makeup and my lowest cut tanktop and go workout now

At first, I saw; "I pooped myself .. "

Lmao! If I could do that....well....I'm sure peeps at the gym would not be talking about my makeup.

ced1389

Yeah... if you're noticing their makeup, clothes, and them "scoffing" at you when you pick up weights (which I really doubt happens), it doesn't seem like they're the ones who are wasting time...

Ya, cuz you totally never see what other people are doing at the gym.

I see it, but I don't stare long enough to assess the brand of their outfit or translate a "scoff" in my direction, both of which the OP mentions in her post.

The brand was a generalization not to the outfit but to the push-up bra wearing women. And nobody's ever scoffed at you when you squat 200#? Cause they have me! I actually had one woman ask me if I was afraid I would look "Hulk like" someday. Uhhh.... no.

LiftAllThePizzas

This thread is long.

ChristinaR720

*kitten*! I broke a nail while reading this thread... :sad:

Sarauk2sf

I do not wear makeup to the gym. I do not wear makeup.

My friend does. She usually wears makeup when she goes out. Her logic is she's not going to shower, do herself up, go out on a date or whatever, go home, shower, scrub off all her makeup, go to the gym, and come home and shower. Makes sense to me. I tend to break out when I shower several times a day every day from dry skin or whatever.

You'll probably be offended by me tho. I usually wear a skort that looks like a skirt that has neony blue spandex underneath. Everyone looks offended when I wear those.

IDGAF about your skort! I also don't care that your friend wears make up. Are you actually working in there or just taking up space?

Game, set, match. Done here.

Y u mad?

DedeeMarie

I'm always a hot mess at the gym.... but still wearing mascara!!! LOL

Ditto!

ndj1979

bahahahahaha this gif is awesome..

and thread has totally been de-railed.....

KatrinaWilke

Yeah... if you're noticing their makeup, clothes, and them "scoffing" at you when you pick up weights (which I really doubt happens), it doesn't seem like they're the ones who are wasting time...

Ya, cuz you totally never see what other people are doing at the gym.

I see it, but I don't stare long enough to assess the brand of their outfit or translate a "scoff" in my direction, both of which the OP mentions in her post.

The brand was a generalization not to the outfit but to the push-up bra wearing women. And nobody's ever scoffed at you when you squat 200#? Cause they have me! I actually had one woman ask me if I was afraid I would look "Hulk like" someday. Uhhh.... no.

I think it is really sad that people are scoffing at you....no one ever scoffs at me when I work out! Maybe they are scoffing at you because they think you are scoffing at them when you really think they are scoffing at you! OMG it's a never ending cycle.

calibriintx

shoulda been clearer...
you showcased your knowledge source...i showcased mine.

yours is very impressive btw.

jaw. on. floor.

So much for reading comprehension. :laugh: Public schools ftw.:flowerforyou:

mynameiscarrie

Yeah... if you're noticing their makeup, clothes, and them "scoffing" at you when you pick up weights (which I really doubt happens), it doesn't seem like they're the ones who are wasting time...

Ya, cuz you totally never see what other people are doing at the gym.

I see it, but I don't stare long enough to assess the brand of their outfit or translate a "scoff" in my direction, both of which the OP mentions in her post.

The brand was a generalization not to the outfit but to the push-up bra wearing women. And nobody's ever scoffed at you when you squat 200#? Cause they have me! I actually had one woman ask me if I was afraid I would look "Hulk like" someday. Uhhh.... no.

No, they haven't. Instead of rant about it, just move on. Who gives a damn what someone is wearing or what they're doing? I lift, run, play volleyball, all while wearing makeup and if I notice someone looking at me I continue with my workout like normal. If I came on here complaining about how people wear no makeup, t-shirts, and sweats to work out I'd sound ridiculous.

Stargrace2

I'm terrified to go to the gym (I suffer from agoraphobia). I think if people are brave enough to go there, get stuff done, look great or don't look great, whatever, take a picture and share it with the whole goddamn world because you are amazing.

As long as they're not purposely being rude or obnoxious (preventing you from using a machine, standing directly in your way, etc) it doesn't really matter. For all you know they used to be 300 pounds and they're damn proud of themselves. They've every right to flaunt it, no matter their stories.

bannedword

I also really hate when people use the machinery incorrectly because they have no idea what they're doing. That's a major cause of injuries. Anybody want to attack me about that?

WHY. DO. YOU. CARE????????

BeachGingerOnTheRocks

WHY oh WHY do people care what other people do and don't do in the gym?

If someone wants to wear make up and take selfies, how does that impact someone else's ability to pick something up and put it down?



If the women who you claim "scoff" at you aren't standing on top of you and knocking you off balance while you are working out, then stop caring what they do.

If they ask you stupid questions, does that change what you're doing?



If a woman gives me a disapproving look, I take it as a sign I'm doing something right. That's worked for me for the past, I don't know, forever.

ndj1979

OP - I suggest that you concentrate more on your lifting regimen then trying to determine what brand of make up certain females, that you are obviously jealous of, are wearing...

ced1389

OP - I suggest that you concentrate more on your lifting regimen then trying to determine what brand of make up certain females, that you are obviously jealous of, are wearing...

haha... okay....

BeachGingerOnTheRocks

I think it is really sad that people are scoffing at you....no one ever scoffs at me when I work out! Maybe they are scoffing at you because they think you are scoffing at them when you really think they are scoffing at you! OMG it's a never ending cycle.

Based solely on this tread, it wouldn't surprise me in the least if OP was rolling her eyes and making faces at other women in the gym. Not in the least.

skullshank

shoulda been clearer...
you showcased your knowledge source...i showcased mine.

yours is very impressive btw.

jaw. on. floor.

So much for reading comprehension. :laugh: Public schools ftw.:flowerforyou:

:drinker:

ndj1979

Yeah... if you're noticing their makeup, clothes, and them "scoffing" at you when you pick up weights (which I really doubt happens), it doesn't seem like they're the ones who are wasting time...

Ya, cuz you totally never see what other people are doing at the gym.

I see it, but I don't stare long enough to assess the brand of their outfit or translate a "scoff" in my direction, both of which the OP mentions in her post.

The brand was a generalization not to the outfit but to the push-up bra wearing women. And nobody's ever scoffed at you when you squat 200#? Cause they have me! I actually had one woman ask me if I was afraid I would look "Hulk like" someday. Uhhh.... no.

I think it is really sad that people are scoffing at you....no one ever scoffs at me when I work out! Maybe they are scoffing at you because they think you are scoffing at them when you really think they are scoffing at you! OMG it's a never ending cycle.

the scoff cycle continues...

In OP's case..."the cycle of epic failure continues..." Stay tuned for part two "I hate all the dumb *kitten* people do at the gym - the ultimate dead horse thread"

ced1389

I think it is really sad that people are scoffing at you....no one ever scoffs at me when I work out! Maybe they are scoffing at you because they think you are scoffing at them when you really think they are scoffing at you! OMG it's a never ending cycle.

Based solely on this tread, it wouldn't surprise me in the least if OP was rolling her eyes and making faces at other women in the gym. Not in the least.

"Based solely on this thread" ...exactly. You don't know me. Everybody jumps down my throat for being judgmental yet every one of you is doing the exact same thing. If I was that insecure, I probably wouldn't be on a public forum airing my weight loss journey. Think about it. And for the 100000000th x, my rant was ONLY about women that stand around and get in my way. My boyfriend and friends also complain about this. I'm just the only one with the audacity to own up to my frustration about it on a forum where I thought people were supportive and understanding... my b!

tryingtoshed

basically, this thread has no point. you're just criticizing other people and putting them down. If someone wants to look like a diva at the gym, its not your problem. If someone wants to wear jeans and boots to the gym, its not your problem. if someone wants to look like a friggin hobo at the gym, this also isnt your problem.
no good can come from this thread, you just cant post something like this and expect not to be attacked. also, this topic has been posted up SO much that I think its time it just died.

This thread is pointless. Stop judging people... it's not your place. I'd rather have divas at the gym than someone who leaves a sweaty butt mark on the machines without wiping it down.

Terpnista84

shoulda been clearer...
you showcased your knowledge source...i showcased mine.

yours is very impressive btw.

jaw. on. floor.

So much for reading comprehension. :laugh: Public schools ftw.:flowerforyou:

And so much for comprehensive writing.

JewelleryByMandy

Sorry! What does THIS mean? :blushing:

Terpnista84

Why do ya'll care about how hard the OP is working? Just saying.

calibriintx

On a serious note...what makes you think people are scoffing? By definition, they're actually coming up and making fun of you? Or talking about you and laughing? Giving you dirty looks? Staring?

My first few trips to the gym when I intended to hit the free weights for the first time, I just sort of d1cked around. I had no idea what I was doing and was really intimidated. So I watched some youtube vids, took up space on machines, got on the elliptical and didn't go very fast. And I stared at everyone using the weights, especially the women, because I was trying to absorb everything I could and work up the nerve to do it too. I'm sure I had a pained look on my face half the time b/c I was doubting my ability to do what they were doing.

I also wore makeup. Getting up the nerve to pick up a barbell was tough. I feel better about myself when I wear makeup, and I needed to walk in there feeling good about myself. I already felt like a joke b/c I didn't know what I was doing...worrying about looking unattractive AND like a dumb@ss would have been too much for me to ever make it to the squat rack.

Try not to worry about what other people are doing or why they're doing it. They may have completely different reasons than you think, and even if they don't, who cares? Not one of them is there to intentionally interfere with your goals.

BeachIron

I think it is really sad that people are scoffing at you....no one ever scoffs at me when I work out! Maybe they are scoffing at you because they think you are scoffing at them when you really think they are scoffing at you! OMG it's a never ending cycle.

Based solely on this tread, it wouldn't surprise me in the least if OP was rolling her eyes and making faces at other women in the gym. Not in the least.

"Based solely on this thread" ...exactly. You don't know me. Everybody jumps down my throat for being judgmental yet every one of you is doing the exact same thing. If I was that insecure, I probably wouldn't be on a public forum airing my weight loss journey. Think about it. And for the 100000000th x, my rant was ONLY about women that stand around and get in my way. My boyfriend and friends also complain about this. I'm just the only one with the audacity to own up to my frustration about it on a forum where I thought people were supportive and understanding... my b!

You scoffed at women who wear make up at the gym and you expect support and understanding?

Reread your OP. If you had written it differently and in the way that truly addressed your point (apparently, now it's about women who stand around and get in your way) then you would have received a different set of responses. Your failure to realize that and your continued lashing out at people telling you to stop judging other people at the gym isn't helping your case.

ced1389

On a serious note...what makes you think people are scoffing? By definition, they're actually coming up and making fun of you? Or talking about you and laughing? Giving you dirty looks? Staring?

My first few trips to the gym when I intended to hit the free weights for the first time, I just sort of d1cked around. I had no idea what I was doing and was really intimidated. So I watched some youtube vids, took up space on machines, got on the elliptical and didn't go very fast. And I stared at everyone using the weights, especially the women, because I was trying to absorb everything I could and work up the nerve to do it too. I'm sure I had a pained look on my face half the time b/c I was doubting my ability to do what they were doing.

I also wore makeup. Getting up the nerve to pick up a barbell was tough. I feel better about myself when I wear makeup, and I needed to walk in there feeling good about myself. I already felt like a joke b/c I didn't know what I was doing...worrying about looking unattractive AND like a dumb@ss would have been too much for me to ever make it to the squat rack.

Try not to worry about what other people are doing or why they're doing it. They may have completely different reasons than you think, and even if they don't, who cares? Not one of them is there to intentionally interfere with your goals.

You know, I honestly never thought about it that way. Thank you for the constructive criticism. Maybe the women that stare or ask me if I'm afraid I'll end up "Hulk-like" would actually like tips or pointers but are too afraid to ask? THIS is why I posted this. Sometimes, I don't use logic and reason, I just get frustrated and need somebody to talk me down from my cloud. I'M HUMAN. That makes so much sense.

tonyrocks922

Victoria Secret bra holding up my girls while I squat and deadlift....and i took a selfie because i was so happy and proud i deadlifted big girl plates...in my pigtails.

make up on, and not running, cause it just doesnt.

holy ****, a planet fitness with barbells. it's like spotting a rare bird.

shutterbug282

Oh look, it's this thread again.

How about if you have the time to worry about what OTHER people are doing in the gym, YOU'RE not working hard enough.

Mind your own business and worry about yourself. :noway:

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