Should GIRLS do weight training?? in front of guys
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I'm guessing most of the guys think it's great to see a woman in the free weights area. Some guys look at everyone in there. Just realize they don't care what you are doing, just that you are there is great. I'd recommend picking up a copy of Starting Strength by Mark Rippetoe and learn proper form for the main compound lifts and start learning how to lift with heavy weights that will make an amazing difference in your body. Best wishes to you.0
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I weight lift around guys all the time, and they all seem really friendly and genuinely helpful. One time, I was trying to take some big weights off of one of the machines and one of them offered to help me.
I wouldn't worry too much. From my experience, guys are just happy to see you lifting and they don't make any negative judgements. If they do make negative judgements, it's not because they're guys, it's because they're *kitten* holes.0 -
maybe they were staring because you were staring at them?0
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What do guys actually think of girls who weight train?.................Answer from average gym guy
a) In our mind we are accessing your beauty
b) In our mind we are evaluating your physical features
c) In our mind we are wondering if you notice us
d) In our mind we respect the hard work you put into it
e) You provide instant motivation and energy into the room
What do guys actually think of girls who weight train?,,,,,,,,, Answer from Ego driven, steroid consuming wieght lifting maniacs
a) Please stay over there, I need room to lift all these weights
b) I hope she finishes fast that is my next set?
c) What a waist of time, you need to lift really heavy to make this work
d) Man she is a distraction, look at all these guy's starring, wasting good time between sets
e) I bet she will not make it more than 3 days in here
f) why come in here if you don't plan on doing this full time,0 -
Weights are awesome. Male or female, it doesn't matter. With any luck those that are staring and just keeping an eye out to see if you need any help/advice.....and that's not because you're female.0
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What do guys actually think of girls who weight train?,,,,,,,,, Answer from Ego driven, steroid consuming wieght lifting maniacs
a) Please stay over there, I need room to lift all these weights
b) I hope she finishes fast that is my next set?
c) What a waist of time, you need to lift really heavy to make this work
d) Man she is a distraction, look at all these guy's starring, wasting good time between sets
e) I bet she will not make it more than 3 days in here
f) why come in here if you don't plan on doing this full time,
you for got G
g) She better have a sammich ready for me when I am done.
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If they are legitimate lifters, they think it's great that you're there, if they even notice you at all.
If they aren't legitimate lifters (and most of them aren't), they are more afraid of you than you are of them. Trust me.0 -
If they are legitimate lifters, they think it's great that you're there, if they even notice you at all.
If they aren't legitimate lifters (and most of them aren't), they are more afraid of you than you are of them. Trust me.
:huh: :huh:
What is or isn't a legitimate lifter?0 -
Well, when I see a woman weight training in the gym, I don't really think anything, because she's there for the same reasons as everybody else.
In all honesty, I don't think anybody will care. They're there to get fit, just like you.0 -
Continue weight training in front of them. You're they're for the same reason as they are, so screw what they think!
(Also, speaking from personal experience, if they harass you or make you feel threatened, inform the staff)0 -
Who gives a crap what they think. It is highly unlikely they are even looking. Put your big girl panties on and go lift. You pay for a membership just the same as they do.0
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If you're wearing anything that reveals your shoulders, I'd presume you're a hooker.
I told you....just get me drunk....0 -
Who gives a crap what they think. It is highly unlikely they are even looking. Put your big girl panties on and go lift. You pay for a membership just the same as they do.
If she's wearing panties, big girl or not, they're looking
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If you're wearing anything that reveals your shoulders, I'd presume you're a hooker.
I told you....just get me drunk....
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Do what's working for you, and forget the rest, leave it out of your head. People are saying that you should up your weights I say no, it's just as hard and better to work in adage slowly and thoroughly, I train my muscles this way because I wanted toned arms all way and certain exercises I do with light 3kg or 1.5kg weights can be done with 10kg and up
Why, exactly is it better to use lighter weight? Please enlighten us.0 -
If they are legitimate lifters, they think it's great that you're there, if they even notice you at all.
If they aren't legitimate lifters (and most of them aren't), they are more afraid of you than you are of them. Trust me.
:huh: :huh:
What is or isn't a legitimate lifter?
Well, firstly, they never have to ask that question.0 -
e) I bet she will not make it more than 3 days in here
f) why come in here if you don't plan on doing this full time,
I know this is what they were thinking at my gym when they saw my fat butt waltz into the weight room lol. But, after seeing me there day in and day out...they just go about their own business.
The only other female that goes in there gives a giggle when I come in and moves elsewhere (her boyfriend is very polite though
).....she doesn't bother me either though. I'll soon be thin again (besides I already lift more than she does ) 0 -
If they are legitimate lifters, they think it's great that you're there, if they even notice you at all.
If they aren't legitimate lifters (and most of them aren't), they are more afraid of you than you are of them. Trust me.
:huh: :huh:
What is or isn't a legitimate lifter?
Well, firstly, they never have to ask that question.
So I guess I am not then...0 -
I just ignore it and don't care anymore. I used to be self conscious but you get over it and focus on your workout after a while.0
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Hello,
Okay I'm 18 years old and I've done weight training (light reps, e.g. 10 kg lunge weight) but with more than 800 reps in a single workout (which includes both upper and lower body). Therefore it's high reps and low weight training.
I'm petrified of the weights section at my gym and usually weight train at home. That's because the majority of that section is filled with huge, muscular guys pumping, some with their nostrils flared, teeth clenched. eeeeeeeeeek Anyway I went there yesturday with my light weights (lol I know) but I did enjoy a full body workout which was good. However, I felt so many stares from the guys, which was emphasised by the use of mirrors :O
Therefore, I felt self conscious... I've been to weight training classes so I hope I have good form and stuff, but are they just staring because of the light weights?? And should I train at home instead.. leave that domain to the guys??
What do guys actually think of girls who weight train?
a) ARGHH she's trying to get buff and it's not looking good
b) those weights are light pfft
c) oh a girl who isn't doing cardio, interesting
d) she's trying to hang out with guys
e) that's awesome
Thanks!!
I'm my experience, most fellas at the gym could care less - they're more focused on what they're doing.0 -
If they are staring, it's probably because of the fact that there's a girl there AND you're using light weights. Doing such light weight with so many reps isn't going to get you very far; I recommend going heavy and you'll get more optimum results. With that said, don't give a DAMN about what others think If you want to do light weights with lots or reps, DO IT. Wanna change up your routine and go heavier on weights, DO IT! Be confident and show those guys that you care about your health and not about any negative thoughts they may have (although I can assure you a lot of the looks are those of admiration ^_^). I squat, deadlift, row, bench, and do everything the guys do, and I'm proud (because honestly, I have better form and a better program than most of them; so they can look "down" on me all they want. They're the ones who look like fools ;D)! But really, do you! And be confident in what you do 0
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I'm going to marry a woman who lifts heavy.0
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I am so glad that:
a) I'm no longer young.
b) I no longer care "what guys think"
c) I don't go to gyms.0 -
Who's to say that they're not just enjoying the view?
That said, generally when I see a lady step into the power rack and/or Olympic platform, I'm usually just thinking, "awesome"
But really, if you're just lifting really light weights for tons of reps....I'm probably shaking my head and wondering why you're waisting you're time.0 -
I went to the gym, hired a trainer, and we did all of the training on the "manly" side of the gym. I do a lot of lifting along with the guys now. And lots of times I have better form. Haha They really don't care. And the ones that give you a snarky look, well they give that look to everyone. So who cares. You know you're beautiful. They're lucky to have you there!0
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I just have to say, nobody will ever look at a girl doing 10kg lunges and think option a.Hello,
Okay I'm 18 years old and I've done weight training (light reps, e.g. 10 kg lunge weight) but with more than 800 reps in a single workout (which includes both upper and lower body). Therefore it's high reps and low weight training.
What do guys actually think of girls who weight train?
a) ARGHH she's trying to get buff and it's not looking good
b) those weights are light pfft
c) oh a girl who isn't doing cardio, interesting
d) she's trying to hang out with guys
e) that's awesome
Thanks!!0 -
Sure do your thing. Don't let anyone or anything stop you from getting where you want to be. How do you know they weren't just admiring the view?0
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You tell me....
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uO_jfEk-adw 0 -
What do guys actually think of girls who weight train?
a) ARGHH she's trying to get buff and it's not looking good
b) those weights are light pfft
c) oh a girl who isn't doing cardio, interesting
d) she's trying to hang out with guys
e) that's awesome
Thanks!!
F) None of the Above
When I used to work out at a gym I wished the ladies would leave so I could get a work out in as they were pretty damn distracting. Take that milkshake to another yard please so I can concentrate on my workout. Thank you!0 -
Who really cares what they think? I know I don't. I am there for me!
Do they stare? Yep. Do I get in there way? Yep and they also get in MY way. Do they think it's awesome I lift? Yep!0
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