Creepy guys/girls staring at you while working out?

TheMaliciousBunny

I live in Arizona, so there is NO way in heck I'm running outside. As of right now, the temperature's pretty cool today - 101 degrees. I work out in my apartment complex's gym. There's a big, wall window in front of the treadmill with a scenic view of the golf course, some trees, and pond.
Alright, so I was just working out about forty minutes ago, finishing up (horribly) week 6, day 3 of C25K in the gym, when all the sudden I see a guy from the window come walking out of nowhere. I didn't have my contacts in, but it looked like he was talking on the phone at first. He walked around a tree and hid behind it, but then peeked out, looking at me. He started making all of these hand motions then walked from the tree and towards the tiny brick wall that separates the complex from the golf course, all while looking at me sketchily back and forth. After looking at me again, he jumped over the brick wall (it's, like, one foot tall) and ran away. I was running at 6.5 MPH and I was a freaked out, so I didn't want to look behind me, but there are mirrors around the gym (it's really tiny), and with my peripheral, I SWEAR I saw someone standing by the door watching me. After a few minutes, I got off the treadmill and started my strength workout. Walking to my apartment, I have to say I was a little paranoid.

So, do you have any workout stories with any creepiness factors?

onetwopotato

TheMaliciousBunny

Grazie!

pawnstarNate

Your next workout, your attire should be something like this.....

Greenrun99

wear more clothes, guys notice when your half naked working out.

delaniecastillo

Just fart a good protein fart. Keeps the creepers at bay.

Tony_Brewski

Just fart a good protein fart. Keeps the creepers at bay.

True!

but like the other guy said. Don't dress for attention. I don't care if the outfit is "cute" or makes you look "cute" shut up. It's time to workout not go out. Dress like you crawled out of a dumpster you're sweating there's a chance you'll smell like you did crawl out of one if workout hard enough. Don't want the attention counter it with dressing down not up.

TheMaliciousBunny

I was wearing an old club t-shirt from middle school and saggy basketball shorts. The only thing provocative about me were my watermelon nikes. Hmm, should I have been wearing a parka?

Capt_Apollo

Tony_Brewski

I was wearing an old club t-shirt from middle school and saggy basketball shorts. The only thing provocative about me were my watermelon nikes. Hmm, should I have been wearing a parka?

Yes.

No ... seriously though if it's that bad of an issue talk to the manager of the gym about it.

TheMaliciousBunny

Just fart a good protein fart. Keeps the creepers at bay.

True!

but like the other guy said. Don't dress for attention. I don't care if the outfit is "cute" or makes you look "cute" shut up. It's time to workout not go out. Dress like you crawled out of a dumpster you're sweating there's a chance you'll smell like you did crawl out of one if workout hard enough. Don't want the attention counter it with dressing down not up.

I didn't think I had to add this, but I was literally dripping in sweat. I mean, I was working out. My hair, underarms, and back were drenched.

Honestly, I could have not been less put together, but my question was not on my workout attire. Maybe you should reread the question or get off the topic.

silvergurl518

stop following me! go away!!!

Tony_Brewski

Just fart a good protein fart. Keeps the creepers at bay.

True!

but like the other guy said. Don't dress for attention. I don't care if the outfit is "cute" or makes you look "cute" shut up. It's time to workout not go out. Dress like you crawled out of a dumpster you're sweating there's a chance you'll smell like you did crawl out of one if workout hard enough. Don't want the attention counter it with dressing down not up.

I didn't think I had to add this, but I was literally dripping in sweat. I mean, I was working out. My hair, underarms, and back were drenched.

Honestly, I could have not been less put together, but my question was not on my workout attire. Maybe you should reread the question or get off the topic.

As I said before you got in a fancy ... if it is that big of an issue talk to the gym manager. In most cases this happens because of how someone is dressed. As I said If this is NOT the case talk to the gym manager. If that is not helpful if possible look into another fitness club or an alternate time to attend the gym.

delaniecastillo

I was wearing an old club t-shirt from middle school and saggy basketball shorts. The only thing provocative about me were my watermelon nikes. Hmm, should I have been wearing a parka?

Creepers gonna creep no matter what you are wearing. Carry mace. Next time he shows up, ask him if there is something he needs then SPRAY HIM LIKE A SKUNK.

Tony_Brewski

I was wearing an old club t-shirt from middle school and saggy basketball shorts. The only thing provocative about me were my watermelon nikes. Hmm, should I have been wearing a parka?

Creepers gonna creep no matter what you are wearing. Carry mace. Next time he shows up, ask him if there is something he needs then SPRAY HIM LIKE A SKUNK.

^^ or this just be sure to place a good kick or three as well

skullshank

Capt_Apollo

I was wearing an old club t-shirt from middle school and saggy basketball shorts. The only thing provocative about me were my watermelon nikes. Hmm, should I have been wearing a parka?

sometimes, less is more.

Cp731

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slkehl

I've heard that talking to the gym manager can fix the situation. If other women have complained as well, even better chances that he'll get the boot! Sorry you have to deal with that

Cp731

True!

but like the other guy said. Don't dress for attention. I don't care if the outfit is "cute" or makes you look "cute" shut up. It's time to workout not go out. Dress like you crawled out of a dumpster you're sweating there's a chance you'll smell like you did crawl out of one if workout hard enough. Don't want the attention counter it with dressing down not up.

so your saying there is such a smell as "dumpster goddess" and a look "dumpster sheek"

TheMaliciousBunny

Just fart a good protein fart. Keeps the creepers at bay.

True!

but like the other guy said. Don't dress for attention. I don't care if the outfit is "cute" or makes you look "cute" shut up. It's time to workout not go out. Dress like you crawled out of a dumpster you're sweating there's a chance you'll smell like you did crawl out of one if workout hard enough. Don't want the attention counter it with dressing down not up.

I didn't think I had to add this, but I was literally dripping in sweat. I mean, I was working out. My hair, underarms, and back were drenched.

Honestly, I could have not been less put together, but my question was not on my workout attire. Maybe you should reread the question or get off the topic.

As I said before you got in a fancy ... if it is that big of an issue talk to the gym manager. In most cases this happens because of how someone is dressed. As I said If this is NOT the case talk to the gym manager. If that is not helpful if possible look into another fitness club or an alternate time to attend the gym.

I wrote the last reply before I saw your other reply (if that's confusing enough?). Thanks, I hope it doesn't become an issue or else I will most definitely go to a different gym.

Laces_0ut

suck it up and just run outside...i live in Phoenix too and its not that bad. 119? id stay in but 110ish? outside!

TheMaliciousBunny

I was wearing an old club t-shirt from middle school and saggy basketball shorts. The only thing provocative about me were my watermelon nikes. Hmm, should I have been wearing a parka?

sometimes, less is more.

I don't quite understand the context of this. Care to clarify?

TheMaliciousBunny

Thank you (:

quirkytizzy

In most cases this happens because of how someone is dressed. As I said If this is NOT the case talk to the gym manager. If that is not helpful if possible look into another fitness club or an alternate time to attend the gym.

Yes, yes, we know. You manly men are just so unable to control yourselves around women who make you realize that women have boobies and whatnot. It's so hard on you. However do you handle the strain, going around every single day not being a total *kitten* when some woman is flashing her ankle or something in front of your tender, virgin eyes?

You poor poor men. How difficult a strain it must be, to act like a decent human being no matter what another adult whom you have no control over chooses to put on in the morning.

calibriintx

In most cases this happens because of how someone is dressed. As I said If this is NOT the case talk to the gym manager. If that is not helpful if possible look into another fitness club or an alternate time to attend the gym.

Yes, yes, we know. You manly men are just so unable to control yourselves around women who make you realize that women have boobies and whatnot. It's so hard on you. However do you handle the strain, going around every single day not being a total *kitten* when some woman is flashing her ankle or something in front of your tender, virgin eyes?

You poor poor men. How difficult a strain it must be, to act like a decent human being no matter what another adult whom you have no control over chooses to put on in the morning.

^All of this. :flowerforyou: Victim blaming, ftw. :grumble:

TheMaliciousBunny

In most cases this happens because of how someone is dressed. As I said If this is NOT the case talk to the gym manager. If that is not helpful if possible look into another fitness club or an alternate time to attend the gym.

Yes, yes, we know. You manly men are just so unable to control yourselves around women who make you realize that women have boobies and whatnot. It's so hard on you. However do you handle the strain, going around every single day not being a total *kitten* when some woman is flashing her ankle or something in front of your tender, virgin eyes?

You poor poor men. How difficult a strain it must be, to act like a decent human being no matter what another adult whom you have no control over chooses to put on in the morning.

I LOVE YOU! I was too scared to say this because I am horrible at comebacks, so I applaud you graciously.

GiddyupTim

I think you gotta contact the manager. Nobody should have to be scared to work out or scared where they live.

nickyfm

i love it. I especially do the splits so that they walk into something and embarrass themselves! muahahaha

UncleMac

Yes, yes, we know. You manly men are just so unable to control yourselves around women who make you realize that women have boobies and whatnot. It's so hard on you. However do you handle the strain, going around every single day not being a total *kitten* when some woman is flashing her ankle or something in front of your tender, virgin eyes?

You poor poor men. How difficult a strain it must be, to act like a decent human being no matter what another adult whom you have no control over chooses to put on in the morning.

Some of us manly men are remarkably discrete. In fact, some of us older bulls help guide the hormone-laden younglings with a smack upside the head when they forget their manners. Just saying...

Trueray

When am working out I am in the zone. Everyone else is dead to me so I would not notice anyways. It is so bad, most likely if you get in my way I most likely will run you over if am running or doing any calisthenic exercise.