re racking free weights: is it as tough as brain surgery?

KatieJane83
KatieJane83 Posts: 2,002 Member
edited October 7 in Chit-Chat
So it's a Monday and I feel like posting a topic to entertain myself.

I've noticed, especially recently, I assume due to the influx of resolutioners, that apparently re racking free weights might possibly be slightly more difficult than performing brain surgery for some people. Is it really so hard to NOT put the 30 lb dumbbells back in the 10 lb slot? I think I may be selectively-OCD in this area, because I'm constantly rearranging the free weight area to fix it. Anyone else have a tough time with this, or perhaps an explanation?
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  • jaxdiablo
    jaxdiablo Posts: 580
    Huge problem with it. Explanation, people don't understand the common courtesy of something as simple as that. Most people weren't taught put things back where you found them. They put them in the easiest place to put them and call it a day. Why? Because it's easy for them, give a damn about the rest of the folks.
  • KatieJane83
    KatieJane83 Posts: 2,002 Member
    Huge problem with it. Explanation, people don't understand the common courtesy of something as simple as that. Most people weren't taught put things back where you found them. They put them in the easiest place to put them and call it a day. Why? Because it's easy for them, give a damn about the rest of the folks.

    Yeah true, this is exactly the reason. I CAN'T STAND that attitude!!! :mad:
  • _binary_jester_
    _binary_jester_ Posts: 2,132 Member
    So it's a Monday and I feel like posting a topic to entertain myself.

    I've noticed, especially recently, I assume due to the influx of resolutioners, that apparently re racking free weights might possibly be slightly more difficult than performing brain surgery for some people. Is it really so hard to NOT put the 30 lb dumbbells back in the 10 lb slot? I think I may be selectively-OCD in this area, because I'm constantly rearranging the free weight area to fix it. Anyone else have a tough time with this, or perhaps an explanation?
    At least they re-rack them.
  • VonRockette
    VonRockette Posts: 159 Member
    :laugh: Think about the workout you're getting rearranging all of those dumbbells!
  • _binary_jester_
    _binary_jester_ Posts: 2,132 Member
    :laugh: Think about the workout you're getting rearranging all of those dumbbells!
    I should sneak into her gym and put the 100lb dumbbell in the 10lb slot.
  • KatieJane83
    KatieJane83 Posts: 2,002 Member
    So it's a Monday and I feel like posting a topic to entertain myself.

    I've noticed, especially recently, I assume due to the influx of resolutioners, that apparently re racking free weights might possibly be slightly more difficult than performing brain surgery for some people. Is it really so hard to NOT put the 30 lb dumbbells back in the 10 lb slot? I think I may be selectively-OCD in this area, because I'm constantly rearranging the free weight area to fix it. Anyone else have a tough time with this, or perhaps an explanation?
    At least they re-rack them.

    Well ok, I should also add that I'm also getting sick of almost tripping over all the unracked weights. Lol
  • KatieJane83
    KatieJane83 Posts: 2,002 Member
    :laugh: Think about the workout you're getting rearranging all of those dumbbells!
    I should sneak into her gym and put the 100lb dumbbell in the 10lb slot.

    Lmao! Thanks, I'm always looking for new challenges in my workout!
  • denitraross
    denitraross Posts: 325 Member
    I agree with you...this is right up there with "not" cleaning off the equipment when they are done...especially men, most woment seem to give them a wipe...I have chased guys in the gym and said "excuse - are you going to clean that or are you just not done yet?"...lol
  • _binary_jester_
    _binary_jester_ Posts: 2,132 Member
    :laugh: Think about the workout you're getting rearranging all of those dumbbells!
    I should sneak into her gym and put the 100lb dumbbell in the 10lb slot.

    Lmao! Thanks, I'm always looking for new challenges in my workout!
    New challenge? Try doing Farmer's Walks with dumbbells.
  • DMZ_1
    DMZ_1 Posts: 2,889 Member
    No, not all that difficult to do.

    I haven't noticed a lot of resolutioners where I worked out.

    I did notice someone leaving a dumbbell in the middle of the floor a few days ago. Keep in mind that this was nowhere near the free weights section of the gym.
  • KatieJane83
    KatieJane83 Posts: 2,002 Member
    I agree with you...this is right up there with "not" cleaning off the equipment when they are done...especially men, most woment seem to give them a wipe...I have chased guys in the gym and said "excuse - are you going to clean that or are you just not done yet?"...lol

    That is awesome, I'm gonna start doing that! Lol
  • myofibril
    myofibril Posts: 4,500 Member
    To be honest I lost my train of thought when I saw the word "rack"

    What was the question again?
  • KatieJane83
    KatieJane83 Posts: 2,002 Member
    :laugh: Think about the workout you're getting rearranging all of those dumbbells!
    I should sneak into her gym and put the 100lb dumbbell in the 10lb slot.

    Lmao! Thanks, I'm always looking for new challenges in my workout!
    New challenge? Try doing Farmer's Walks with dumbbells.

    I had to Google that, lol. Basically it's walking while holding heavy dumbbells, right?
  • KatieJane83
    KatieJane83 Posts: 2,002 Member
    To be honest I lost my train of thought when I saw the word "rack"

    What was the question again?

    :laugh: :laugh: :laugh:
  • _binary_jester_
    _binary_jester_ Posts: 2,132 Member
    :laugh: Think about the workout you're getting rearranging all of those dumbbells!
    I should sneak into her gym and put the 100lb dumbbell in the 10lb slot.

    Lmao! Thanks, I'm always looking for new challenges in my workout!
    New challenge? Try doing Farmer's Walks with dumbbells.

    I had to Google that, lol. Basically it's walking while holding heavy dumbbells, right?
    Yes, but it is amazing how many muscles it strengthens. Just don't drop a weight on your toe.
    I used 100lb weights. Not bragging, just saying make sure the weight is a challenge.
  • camillehardeman
    camillehardeman Posts: 46
    Seriously! Some people leave weights all over the place. If they can't manage to put a weight back in a public place I can only imagine how filthy their houses are, ugh!
  • 1WorkoutAtATime
    1WorkoutAtATime Posts: 719
    Huge problem with it. Explanation, people don't understand the common courtesy of something as simple as that. Most people weren't taught put things back where you found them. They put them in the easiest place to put them and call it a day. Why? Because it's easy for them, give a damn about the rest of the folks.


    well said sir..
  • MinnesotaManimal
    MinnesotaManimal Posts: 642 Member

    New challenge? Try doing Farmer's Walks with dumbbells.

    I had to Google that, lol. Basically it's walking while holding heavy dumbbells, right?


    Yes, but it is amazing how many muscles it strengthens. Just don't drop a weight on your toe.
    I used 100lb weights. Not bragging, just saying make sure the weight is a challenge.

    great way to improve finger grip strength too...
  • Kelra01
    Kelra01 Posts: 23
    Huge problem with it. They put them in the easiest place to put them and call it a day.

    I have this problem too, finding the 10 lbs mixed in with the 50's or on the floor all over the place. Its annoying. I always put mine away when I'm done with my reps to the proper place. Basic Kindergarten? Share and make sure you clean up after yourself?
  • Kelra01
    Kelra01 Posts: 23
    New challenge? Try doing Farmer's Walks with dumbbells.


    Found this for those who are interested to see what it is:
    http://youtu.be/WGsI03Apc2w
  • chevy88grl
    chevy88grl Posts: 3,937 Member
    You know what annoys me more than the weights being put in the wrong spot?

    Leaving them in the middle of the floor for someone to trip over.

    Did you get from the middle of the floor? No. You didn't. I watched you take them off the rack, so why on Earth are you leaving them there?

    It drives me insane. I've been known to walk right in front of the person who left them there, pick them up, comment "Wow, it's tough to put these away when you get them out" and walk away.

    I'm ready for the resolutionists to decide they are done working out. They're bothersome.
  • Jeff92se
    Jeff92se Posts: 3,369 Member
    I hate the guys that leave the weights on the squat/bench bars after their heavy lifts. One time, I'd like to know when these guys are ready to start and put 4-5 plates on each side before they get there.
  • rileysowner
    rileysowner Posts: 8,321 Member
    All reasons I took the money I would otherwise have spent on a gym membership and used it to purchase my own weights for home. If I am messy I only have me to blame.
  • LeanerBeef
    LeanerBeef Posts: 1,432 Member
    Ahh, I hate this! People these days seem to have no gym etiquette – I guess it went the way of proper manners. If you touched a weight put it back where you found it. It especially annoys me when guys leave 45lb plates on a bar assuming that everyone starts with atleast 1 plate on the bar. No wonder people get intimidated to go to the gym.

    Don’t get me started on the CrossFit maniacs that like to slam their weights down. If you can’t put it down nicely, you can’t handle it!
  • _binary_jester_
    _binary_jester_ Posts: 2,132 Member
    Back to the OP's point. My gym is a smaller gym. The squat rack is also the bench. Some people would struggle to clear off 45lb plates.

    Physics got it wrong. The earth really does revolve around some people.
  • Jeff92se
    Jeff92se Posts: 3,369 Member
    j/k
  • Going4Lean
    Going4Lean Posts: 1,078 Member
    I find myself being the last one at the gym on most weekends and I always end up re racking or rearranging the weights myself. One time the girl that works there told me I should start working at the gym.
  • _binary_jester_
    _binary_jester_ Posts: 2,132 Member
    j/k
    Shhh!
  • Begood03
    Begood03 Posts: 1,259 Member
    I also put things away at the gym that people leave lying around. Free weights, drink bottles, all sorts of things.
  • Jeff92se
    Jeff92se Posts: 3,369 Member
    If I'm on my way to the dumbell rack, I'll pick up a stray. I mean what's the worst it can do, burn calories? lmao
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