Ignorant people at the gym... grrr

NiciS72

RRRR...people like this make me angry. Good for you for saying something back to them. Maybe they'll think twice next time. I for one don't give a RIP what people say/think about my fat A** running around at the gym. I told my husband the other night I get a lot of looks when I'm out running with the puppy now, but I choose to believe it's cuz of the girls knocking around and not the fact that I'm still overweight! He told me (and this made me smile and blush) that pretty soon they'd be running into telephone poles like the Allstate commercial looking at that hot chick! Did I pick a winner or what!?

UponThisRock

I hate gym rats that don't practice perfect technique and sacrifice form for those extra 45s. I silently laugh at them, but at the same time I pity their health.

I'm not cheating, I'm doing "power curls," lol.

mscoco10

i will never understand some folks. People will talk about you no matter what so just keep doing whats best for you. i would tell the desk attendant next time. Gyms cost way too much to be mistreated.

mscoco10

How about ignorant instructors? I had one who was constantly high fiving me during class. On the surface this sounds great, but it seemed like I was the only one. I decided to ask her about why she was singling me out. She says "I just think it's great what you are doing. I even told some of my friends about you, that I have this girl in my class that, um, well that tries so hard" I nod and just stay quiet. THEN she says "Yea, I have a friend that's a big girl, and she was dating this guy and some other friends were like, why is he dating her. But I defended her!" Uh huh....she said it like she should get a gold star for taking up for the fat chick. Maybe you had to be there, but she was CLUELESS how she sounded when she said it.

I haven't gone back to her class.

I think a lot of times those type of people feel like they are encouraging you or making you feel better. I think they don't wanna look shallow so they say stuff like i got a big girl friend too. i wouldn't take it too personal. I had this trainer who always came over to offer me help and make sure i was using the machines correctly. Others would ask for his help or tips and he would hand them a card or try to sell a session. I just don't pity the fool.

JasonSwetland

Maybe its the gym. I hated working out at Lifetime and Ballys. I have been a member of both over the years. They have world class equipment, and great staff with great customer service. The facilities are spectacular. Unfortunatly there are clicks that develop and people become rather snobby. Theres a difference between confidence, self esteem, etc and Arrogance. Theres a whole class of douche bags that use those places. Not everyone at thoseplaces are that way, mind you but the few that do ruined it for me.

I work out at the Twin Cities YMCA's now. Completely a different atmosphere. Its family oriented, They have world class equipment, free weights, weight machines, great staff, great customer support all the same stuff as the 'sexier' meat market health clubs. Cardio classes of all types. The people there tend to be focused on improving themselves by building themselves up. (Instead of tearing themselves down.) I have yet to find a bad apple spoiling the bunch.

Wherever you are at, maybe its time to try a differnt place.

southofmadness

If they were mad because they had to get out of the way when she came jogging by, as they walked and took up all the track.... They would be furious next time she came around, because I would've jumped in there and ran right beside her to help push them off the track on the next lap.

I have always said . You can't cure *kitten*.... its genetic. Although in this mother/ daughter case.. it could be contagious.

Helenatrandom

Wow. That is so hurtful. I'm glad you stood up for her.
I'm the big girl at the gym I go to. I usually bring a guest with me, so between using the elliptical, and huffing and puffing to respond to my friend in conversation, I'm too absorbed in other things to notice if anyone points and laughs, but when I'm off the machine, I can't say I've ever come across anyone mean and nasty. People are friendly there, I'm happy and relieved to say.

jeannec3631

sounds like mom/daughter have their a problem with low self esteem...putting others down to lift themselves up...uh nah to haters! good job putting em in check! *high five*

deathstarclock

lol and for the small ****heads doing their 60 dumb bell curls with terrible form thinking they are gods gift to the gym, i go stand right next them and curl 25 or 30's and they dont understand why they aren't getting better its priceless! Haters gonna hate

Quoting for truth!!!!!!!!!!

Hellbent_Heidi

One of the reasons I love working out during my lunch break is that nearly everyone at the gym is there to work on bettering themselves and just get it done. There's a very low gym rat population at that time of day. It's usually other people in for a quick lunch workout, moms with young kids, and retirees.

I hate going after work when it's full of people there to socialize and stare. If you're not using the equipment, then move out of the way. :grumble:

I go in the morning for the very same reason...everyone who is there that early only has one thing on their mind...getting their workout in and heading off to work, so there's no BS going on. I've never seen anyone act that way either, but I don't doubt it happens. When I see someone really overweight who is just starting, I'm just happy for them and hope they keep at it so I can watch them transform!

JJinWI

Arggggh. That really makes me angry. They must be pretty insecure with themselves and feel the need to say that crap to make themselves feel better.

Whenever I see a heavier person struggle in the gym, I say a little prayer in my head asking God to give them strength and motivation. I also do that when I'm out walking and see runners - big or small - I say a prayer and ask God to give them a little spring in their step. Everyone needs a little spring now and then

CannibalisticVegetarian

Trip them.

You're my new best friend.

Mallory0418

Gah...I hate that! I'm glad you said something to them.

I like to do my HIIT workouts by doing sprints on the treadmill. I keep my music pumped up and I stare straight ahead to keep myself focused. Well, I was doing my thing the other day, totally in my zone, unaware of anyone else around me, when my ipod died and I realized I was the topic of conversation to the 2 ladies walking on the treadmills next to me. I kept my ear buds in so they wouldn't know I could hear them. They didn't know "what I was trying to prove". :huh: I understand that not everyone understands how HIIT workouts work but....really? Mind your own business! :mad:

Hellbent_Heidi

Gah...I hate that! I'm glad you said something to them.

I like to do my HIIT workouts by doing sprints on the treadmill. I keep my music pumped up and I stare straight ahead to keep myself focused. Well, I was doing my thing the other day, totally in my zone, unaware of anyone else around me, when my ipod died and I realized I was the topic of conversation to the 2 ladies walking on the treadmills next to me. I kept my ear buds in so they wouldn't know I could hear them. They didn't know "what I was trying to prove". :huh: I understand that not everyone understands how HIIT workouts work but....really? Mind your own business! :mad:

You should have called them out on it - would serve them right to know you heard it!

CannibalisticVegetarian

@Heidi: Deeeefinitely! That's so effin rude!

macpatti

I've never seen anything like that. How terrible! We choose to work out at the YMCA for many reasons, and that would be one of them. We also take our 9 and 11 year olds to work out (they do the treadmill with me), so we don't want music that's not appropriate for kids. My husband is a serious lifter (benches 400) and he can't stand all the attention/competition at some gyms. The Y is a good place for people of all ages and sizes.

jennajava

Do you go to a small gym? I go to a largish, 24 hour gym. No issues.

gleechick609

I don't deal with this at my gym but I do deal with people using equipment and NOT WIPING DOWN THE MACHINES.

This annoys me to not end.

Also, I would say something to the manager about the mother/daughter. I had an old guy who kept using all of the strength equipment incorrectly (and not like 2 machines at a time.....4 or 5) and wouldn't wipe anything down. He had so many complaints that his membership was terminated!

afigueroa_pr

I am so glad that I don't deal with that attitude in my wellness center!

sdwelk11

Haven't noticed it at my gym but my gym is really small so and there is such a variety of sizes and ages that it doesnt seem to happen here. We do have a weird guy that works there that seems to be fascinated with this one girl that comes in and its a little creepy but she doesnt seem to mind it because she chats it up with him once she gets off the treadmill... and yes.. she does seem him staring at her.

Laces_0ut

are you sure they were making fun of her weight? ive heard people laugh at some people who wear way to much perfume. could it have been that? maybe her clothes were funny in some way?

i've been the fit guy and the fat guy at the gym and i just find it hard to believe and i have never seen anyone laugh at anyone at the gym because of their weight.

sdwelk11

These are the same women who have a "favorite" machine at the gym and will stand right next to it until you are done... (this just makes me want to add an extra 15 minutes to my workout...lol) Last time i checked they don't own the place.. Sorry but this crap really bothers me... Its not just kids who have to deal with bullies i guess

Why don't you ask them if they have a question and when they say no then say" Just wondering because you are standing there and if you want this machine I plan to be on it for another 2 hours." Or start chatting it up with them. Like they are long lost friends. lmao... act like you know them personally.. or create names for them and call them that.. example: betty and sheila (not swear names)

sallywilson06

That makes me so mad to hear that. I cannot believe that some people are so ignorant. When I see someone that is significantly overweight at the gym working their buts off I really get motivated. You can't snub those of who are really working for a better lifestyle. That's just terrible on so many levels.. Actually making fun of anyone working out is really stupid. Why make fun of someone for trying to better themselves.

I know what you mean about the person with the "favorite" machine at the gym that just waits next to you for you to get off from it. I actually do bump up the amount of time I am on it just to piss them off...lol Then I told her the longer you wait here the longer I will stay on. I pay my gym membership too and shouldn't have to be pushed into getting off from a machine I was clearly on first.

KimmieBrie

That is terrible... When I was younger I frequented larger gyms and worked out in the evenings. I did see this type of thing
going on sadly....

My gym now I frequent on my lunch hour when I can and it is mostly working professionals getting in a quick workout, never seen anything like this there midday - thankfully!

monet13

Our gym employs mildly cognitively impaired people - which I think is fantastic! Sometimes they are not always the best with social proprieties, I think people generally realize their limitations but occasionally people misunderstand and get offended. Maybe this man has impairments? If not, yeah that is creepy! I try to go to the gym at lower attendence times, both so I have more access to equipment, and so I avoid all the 'hotbodies' posturing with each other and trying to hook-up I also liie the 'trip em" idea!

sdwelk11

Our gym employs mildly cognitively impaired people - which I think is fantastic! Sometimes they are not always the best with social proprieties, I think people generally realize their limitations but occasionally people misunderstand and get offended. Maybe this man has impairments? If not, yeah that is creepy! I try to go to the gym at lower attendence times, both so I have more access to equipment, and so I avoid all the 'hotbodies' posturing with each other and trying to hook-up I also liie the 'trip em" idea!

Nope he is of normal cognition... He just really has the hots for her but in a really creepy way!