Gym Etiquette 101 - My controversial Opinions

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@elizabethdorton3467 2 жыл бұрын

The landmine example is a little different, but re racking your weights is really important imo. Particularly in commercial gyms, you shouldn’t even leave one plate on the machine. If someone is new, it could be super hard for them to even lift that plate off and they may want to just practice with no weight. Your last set isn’t done until the weights are back on the rack.

@Er-mb2xl 2 жыл бұрын

It’s really frustrating! Not everyone lifts heavy! I’ve had to take off 12 45s off the leg press before! And that alone is a workout for me and a total vibe kill! If you add the weight, take it off! It’s like going to someone’s house and not picking up after yourself!

@cheyenneheath5132 2 жыл бұрын

@Elizabeth Dorton agree!! One time at my (very very small) gym there was a particular gym bro that took his sweet time doing a hundred million sets of deadlifts with like 315 lb. He knew I was clearly waiting for a rack and when he was done he kept the bar on the ground in front of the rack with all that weight and went on to another machine. I locked eyes with him from across the room and said so are you done?? He goes “oh sorry yeah I forgot” 😂😤

@sim771 2 жыл бұрын

The second v attachment lives at the landmine since there's only one seated row, but everyone puts the plates back. I think the staff make the culture. Good staff who keep a good environment means good members

@orange_kate 2 жыл бұрын

@@Er-mb2xl next time just ask someone who does lift heavy to help you, if staff members aren't there. Most of them will be glad to help you if they aren't dying from their previous set

@therednile5963 2 жыл бұрын

If I see weights loaded up on a machine, I assume someone is using it and probably had to run to the bathroom between sets.

@EmilyFaithR 2 жыл бұрын

Probably one of my top gym etiquette rules is WIPE DOWN the bench/machine you use. Especially if you’re sweating buckets!

@katherinelr135 2 жыл бұрын

What if i wipe.down before using and not after? That is my preference. I failed to read the entire post. OBVIOUSLY it is rude and disgusting to leave a pool of your own personal sweat for someone to clean up.

@EmilyFaithR 2 жыл бұрын

@@katherinelr135 you still need to wipe down after you use something. You can wipe the equipment before and after. But not wiping it after is gross and rude.

@Godstud 2 жыл бұрын

Yep. It's easy to bring a small towel and keep the machines clean for others.

@Godstud 2 жыл бұрын

@@katherinelr135 Leaving a pool of sweat for someone else to sponge up is rude, despite your preference. You are leaving cleanup to another person. Most people wipe down machines AFTER use, for this reason.

@sbessmaster 2 жыл бұрын

Really good points and I completely agree with you! I also don’t think it’s OK to claim multiple pieces of equipment/machines at one time. There’s a girl at my gym who was using a squat rack for back squats and supersetting with the leg press. Another girl went to use the leg press thinking it was open, and she ran over from the squat rack and said “oh no I’m using this machine!” Idk to me that’s kinda rude… especially when the gym is busy.

@bethanyb4093 2 жыл бұрын

If I'm going back and forth with a superset and someone jumps on a machine where I'm working or gets to it first I always think no biggie there's always something else I can sub it with! 😁

@amygreen9662 2 жыл бұрын

@@bethanyb4093 Exactly how I do it.

@girbgirl 2 жыл бұрын

Same! Especially during the pandemic when ideally we'd be cleaning the equipment between users, making "working in" less acceptable. That's why I personally hate programmed supersets that utilize more than one machine. I get it when it's dumbbells and a machine, then I'm not wasting anyone else's time or equipment - I'm just doing something during my rest periods. But definitely not multiple machines/racks.

@rebeccahaynie825 2 жыл бұрын

Oh this one here! We have 2 bench press stations at my gym. I went in on a Saturday morning, gym was pretty quiet. There was a girl sitting on one bench and a weight sitting on the other, so I thought both were being used, girl was wearing headphones and wouldn't look up so I could ask if the other was taken. I went to do something else until I saw her stand up and take the weight from the 2nd bench to do lunges. I was on fire. Taking both bench press stations to do legs!

@SweeetLife 2 жыл бұрын

I also feel like the people using two machines and keeps on guarding them surely can't be focusing too much on their workout if all their focus is on the machine they are not currently using. I rather pick one machine and stay focused on that one. If a machine is empty, it's fair game in my opinion

@amygreen9662 2 жыл бұрын

I used to go to a gym with 2 identical leg presses. One stayed loaded with 100 pound plates always. People could use that one or add. Less than 200 went to the other one. Unwritten rule but it made so much sense. Who wants to load and unload 100 pounders?

@colleenepage 2 жыл бұрын

We leave plates on an assisted pull up for this reason.

@hinetimes 2 жыл бұрын

I get it, people are trying to make a living but its a public gym. Its getting out of control, tripods in the general path of travel or in front of other equipment just to get the shot is not acceptable.

@InitialDL84 2 жыл бұрын

I don't mind folks walking in front of me when I'm doing a set in front of the mirror, but it does irritate when they just jump in front of me and stand there while doing their set. That and people on their phone for 10-15 mins while using a machine that I'm waiting to use. I just learn to deal with it, but those are just a few of my so-called pet peeves.

@MiataMegAutomotive 2 жыл бұрын

I sit on my phone between sets that i rest for 1-2 minutes and I'm using a machine for anywhere between 10-20 minutes and I have offered for people to jump in between sets to use it if they want. really honesty IMO depends on where you live , what gyms you use and how you look and treat others -

@RooHue 2 жыл бұрын

I genuinely believe, if you need the bar, weights and safety measures that a rack provides you have every right to use it.

@rhonda8165 2 жыл бұрын

I agree - I think you should be able to use any equipment the way you need to.

@RooHue 2 жыл бұрын

@@rhonda8165 but screw those guys that use the rack for pull-ups

@haroldharold9042 2 жыл бұрын

Totally agree. I have seen some silly uses of the squat rack tho, like someone deadlifting in it…I don’t understand why.

@easilystartled2203 2 жыл бұрын

I wish we didn't live in a time where people felt the need to video absolutely everything. Like I get taking video to maybe watch your own form or if it's something really monumental in your growth, but I'm so tired of everywhere turning into a film studio. It used to be if you wanted to film, >you< were the imposition and had to find a time no one else was around or book out your own space. Now every public space is open game and if you're using it as designed, you shouldn't be needing to worry about phone setups and people getting their shot. You shouldn't have to worry about being filmed by somebody even accidentally. But we threw that out the window and I think we're worse off for it.

@benjamin3615 2 жыл бұрын

You're in a public space. Unless the owners of the public space have put out a notice that filming is not allowed (for example: a museum), then anyone is allowed to film what or who they want. They don't need your consent if you happen to be in the same place and are not a prominent figure in the video. This is a two way street, my friend. You don't have to cater to them and their filming, just like they don't have to cater to you and your desire to not be accidentally filmed. That being said, I know from a powerlifting perspective that I film all my big three sets for both my coach to watch and critique and as a sort of visual journal and log for progress. I also do the same in an actual journal. There are legitimate reasons to be filming everything you do in the gym.

@easilystartled2203 2 жыл бұрын

I genuinely love when people demonstrate they can't read or consider people beyond themselves. Excellent work, Benjamin.

@benjamin3615 2 жыл бұрын

@@easilystartled2203 Cope harder, pal. If someone filming in a public space offends you so badly, you're free to leave and go somewhere else. Maybe you ought to find a place where people aren't lifting for a sport and work on your self esteem if getting accidentally filmed is such an issue.

@easilystartled2203 2 жыл бұрын

@@benjamin3615 You should really film yourself typing comments and maybe you can see how poor your form is 🙃

@butterpecanrican_ 2 жыл бұрын

@@benjamin3615 not wanting to be filmed is a self-esteem issue?

@christiantuairau4205 2 жыл бұрын

I cannot stand when people machine hog. If it’s not busy fine, but when it’s packed and people are waiting for machines you should not be using multiple machines at the same time. And I always say do whatever you want in the squat rack.

@robashton5254 7 күн бұрын

Amen!

@roguephoenix 2 жыл бұрын

i just had this exact same "conversation" with a karen and kevin on monday. they went to use the barbell with no weights on it so they put some on. as they were leaving, i asked if they were done and they said yes. i asked if they could put the weights back where they needed to go. karen asks me why like she literally had no clue. kevin chimes in with everyone else does it. they proceed to walk away when i said it's just common courtesy. he walks back all huffy saying it's not about courtesy. clearly not for him cause his parents never taught him what courtesy was. they were mad that i had the audacity to ask them to put away the things they used. even a child knows how to do that. how much of a failure are you as an adult if you don't even know how to put things away and why you should do it?

@johnk6598 Жыл бұрын

I think she disagrees with you on this

@EMT_Rick Жыл бұрын

I generally have love for any gym goers, but ppl who don't rerack their weights are literally the scum of the earth. The are the same people who would push women and children out of the way so they could get the first seat on the lifeboat if they were on the titanic

@lisenormann4102 2 жыл бұрын

After years in the gym, there's only two things I speak up about, one is harassment the other is hygiene.

@emilyb7791 2 жыл бұрын

Yes

@MiataMegAutomotive 2 жыл бұрын

so respectful !!! love it !

@dr.fragrance3185 2 жыл бұрын

When I went for PRs and heavy bench presses for 2 rep max and things, I used the squat rack and you can't convince me it was wrong. If I failed the lift, or the weight slipped, it was heavy enough to do serious damage. So, I had the rack set up so the safeties were right below where my chest would be with a slight arch in my back. Safety first!!!

@RooHue 2 жыл бұрын

People like to be showy more than safe.

@anonpls9909 2 жыл бұрын

On a related note, why aren't safety arms the standard on bench setups? I feel like they are a lot more neccesary for benching than squatting

@tabbyteacup9847 2 жыл бұрын

Yes!! I never have anyone to spot my bench so I'm always going to find a rack with pins when planning to get close to failure or test 1RM

@pineapplepapercrafts 2 жыл бұрын

The gym we went to only only had squat racks to bench in. I didn't know it was a big deal lol

@esmee6308 2 жыл бұрын

@@pineapplepapercrafts Both gyms I've been a regular at use squat racks to bench in since it's much more customizable and you use the same space but more variety; bench, ohp, squat, good mornings, rack pulls etc. At a bigger initial investment. But the first one, due to mirror placement, dumbbell curling in the squat rack was a legit problem with only three of them... very frustrating.

@crystalmathis1729 2 жыл бұрын

People may get mad if I walk in front of them during a lift or their video, but don't take 10 minutes to setup! I'm aware most of the time and will be patient; however, I also have my own training to get to. Most of the time I'm fitting my training in after work and before getting home to the fam. I don't have time to be their for hours. Be respectful of my time as well.

@Ailieorz 2 жыл бұрын

I guess this depends on what you mean by set up because I'll go through 4-5 warm up sets before getting to my top, so I'll have the platform for a good 20-30 minutes

@rachaelangelina2063 2 жыл бұрын

I went from an expensive fancy gym, to more of a local chain gym and it’s honestly been tough. At the more expensive gym EVERYONE helped to clean up afterwards, everything went back where it was supposed to. While I understand some people don’t realize that you’re not supposed to leave things racked, I’ve cleaned up rarely used equipment, had to unrack 500lb+ from the leg press left in the tall person safety (I’m 5’1”). That stuff, to me, isn’t excusable. Another huge pet peeve - someone walks right up to the dumb bell rack, picks up the ones they want, and just starts doing their sets standing right in front of all the dumb bells so no one else can get to them in that area. Why i don’t put my dumb bells back between sets - I might not be able to get to them because some dude (and it’s always a dude) has to stand 3 inches from the rack to do his shrugs.

@miyounova 2 жыл бұрын

@@ch-yq5yn where I live, 24h gym chains will be more like 70-80$ a month. You can bet I don't want to unrack someone else's weights. And I have asked users to put their weights back (and they're always men...).

@mackenzieschroeder2330 2 жыл бұрын

I agree with you about the grunting, but this one time when I was at the gym alllllll the way across the on the other side with a large wall and staircase between me and this dude, dude was literally SCREAMING so loudly he drowned out my music in my headphones. This was at a Gold's btw, so not a powerlifting or body building specific gym, just an average gym and it was a bigger two story Gold's so there was a lot of space between us. I completely understand the need to let out some noise when you're pushing weight, but screaming like that was way unnecessary imo 🤣idk tho maybe he was celebrating a PR? 🤷‍♀

@ayee_ja2898 2 жыл бұрын

I have a few that come in my gym and do the same thing😂 so loud and obnoxious…everyone is use to it at this point we ignore it.

@minnabinna123 2 жыл бұрын

I bet he even had earphones on so he had no perception at how loud he was…. I dunno. I think if you “loud” grunt or let out noise when lifting, turn your ear phones down or just take ‘‘em OOFF for the session

@HuPuAtelier 2 жыл бұрын

I have a couple of loud grunters in my gym. All wearing headphones so have no idea how loud they are. All using several machines at once and not cleaning after themselves and all dropping weights on the floor so that everyone is aware of "how hard they are working". Their general behaviour suggests that it is a lack of manners and consideration for others. Yes, I can and do put my headphones in but I can hear them through my headphones which I don't think is appropriate.

@mackenzieschroeder2330 2 жыл бұрын

@@HuPuAtelier 100% agree with you! It's definitely a "gym bro" kind of mentality and it's just rude tbh. There are levels of what's acceptable like Meg is saying in the video, but people like you're describing are the WORST!

@christinelamb1167 2 жыл бұрын

@@ch-yq5yn I totally agree, it's an ego thing. Also, those people who loud-cough or loud-sneeze, come on! It IS possible to cough or sneeze without the entire building hearing you. But some people just like the attention. It's so annoying! 😂

@hefferonjoe 2 жыл бұрын

Agreed 100%. One pet peeve of mine is when people grab dumbbells and do their set w/out stepping back from the rack. A few steps back is all that's needed to make space for others to re-rack or get the dumbbells they want to use. Thanks for letting me vent 😁

@SmoothHandle 2 жыл бұрын

My rule: Whatever weights I use, I return them to proper place when finished. This rule is irrespective of where I initially found those weights.

@amypatrick8429 2 жыл бұрын

Everything I see online about people making fun of or calling out other people in the gym just makes me happy to have a small gym built in our barn. I used a commercial gym while traveling and I was worried about not knowing the etiquette and accidentally pissing someone off while just trying to keep on my training program. I just want to lift heavy and not have to worry about making other people mad.

@amberm1841 2 жыл бұрын

Personally I have to take videos to send to my coach of my top sets etc.. but I understand that I’m in a public space and if someone walks in front of the video it’s really no big deal

@pribanovaterka 2 жыл бұрын

I'm the bench in the squat rack girl 😅 I train alone and I don't wanna die ok? To he fair, i haven't met anyone yet who would get mad at me about it

@Coyo_Kaleido Жыл бұрын

I have had a home gym for a long time now, but it literally never occurred to me to not walk in front of someone during a lift when at a commercial gym 😅

@Russman67 2 жыл бұрын

But ... It's MY PR! Mine! That must be preserved for all humanity! *That's Sarcasm* And I've pressed in the squat rack because my shoulders get tired and I like having a safety in place of I go too far.

@JimmyBoots1986 2 жыл бұрын

The one that's for sure a no-no when walking in front of people, is walking through their platform while they're lifting. It's happened a few times when someone will literally walk over the bar in the middle of my deadlift set because I took 2 seconds between reps.

@pearlescent1557 2 жыл бұрын

That's insane! Were your hands off the bar? Strange regardless, but I could see how someone might think you finished a set if your hands left the bar (although I would never walk over a setup someone's actively in).

@JimmyBoots1986 2 жыл бұрын

@@pearlescent1557 I was still strapped in and was setting up for another rep when someone just walked over the collar end of the bar.

@Ailieorz 2 жыл бұрын

I don't go near anyone in the squat rack or deadlift platform mid set. I don't think that's asking too much. I had a guy once cut right behind me in the squat rack and threw me off, nearly had to dump the bar

@garydouglas9413 2 жыл бұрын

Most grunters don't do it because of the effort. They grunt as much during their warm up as they do on the 3rd rep of their heaviest set. I don't think anyone objects to someone who is truly straining.

@carrieann5714 2 жыл бұрын

Oh my word... people getting mad about accidentally getting in front of their video drive me nuts. I was attending a CrossFit gym where someone in class wanted to record every workout and expected others to stay out of frame.

@dinotink 2 жыл бұрын

I overhead press & bench press in the squat rack for safety. I never understood that pet peeve since the rack is adjustable for a reason. Also, there are handles for pull ups on the squat rack for a reason! I pay to use the gym like everyone else so I should be allowed to do whatever I need to as long as I'm not hurting anyone.

@minnabinna123 2 жыл бұрын

I agree one with you because ppl always leave super heavy weights on squat rack (must be by men bc it’s set up high for someone above 6’2) now I can squat but I have a messed up shoulder and can’t lower heavy rack or unload it . It’s too much for my shoulders. Now if they are LEAST lowered it , I could attempt dismantling 200lb with my messed up shoulder but not when it’s above my head, I’m 5’5” so that’s about avg I shrunk 1”this year due to degenerated disk, but that’s besides the point. You don’t have the time to take off ask the weights make it easier on person with bad shoulder and lower it at least so it’s easier. Not that I should be wasting my time taking off ur weights. I just caught a guy after he was done and nicely asked hey can you please take some weight off (he says oh it was like this when i I got here little does he know I’ve been on a leg roll machine directly not far away waiting for it and I watched the fucbgr load it ughhh,.) most ppl “men are good and if I ask they will even unload it for me but at least lower it (if I see a massive guy near and ask nicely he’ll instantly shrug it off like it’s no prob and help me out. I just can’t stand the liars, and ppl that are over 6’ leave squat racks up high bc if your like me with no shoulder strength it’s no bueno. That’s all. Not asking for much

@becbec4820 2 жыл бұрын

I agree, I often train late at night and when I see a loaded bar/machine left I always put the plates away because I remember often being unable to squat for this reason when I was a newbie.

@veronica- 2 жыл бұрын

@@becbec4820 That's very considerate of you

@annemary9680 2 жыл бұрын

I hate people who don't rerack their weights, with a passion. I don't care if it was like that when they got there. Put it away. Weights on a barbell or other machine make it look like it's currently in use when it's actually not. I can never find the kettlebells I need at my gym because people take them to use in super sets with other machines and then never put them back, so they end up in all kinds of random places they have no business being in and I have to spend 5+ minutes trying to look for the one I need.

@amaequilala5167 2 жыл бұрын

IF youre curling in front of the dumbbell rack and you get mad if someone puts the weight back - youre selfish LOL. its what happens .... like hell im waiting so you can just stare at your form. it takes 2 seconds and im out

@KingDoug 2 жыл бұрын

For me, it all comes down to being considerate for others, so in most of these situations, I'm on the side of the person who isn't treating the gym like their own personal space. Not reracking weights? The person after you might not be able to lift what you were lifting, so get those plates put back. It's also just generally polite to clean up after yourself and if they're not putting weights away, you can bet they're not wiping down their bench etc either. A bar left on the pegs on a squat rack? Putting that away is a waste of both your time and the next person's. Squat racks aren't just for squats, so as long as someone is doing a barbell lift, I don't mind - it's not just squats that you need pegs for. Even curls can be justified if you're doing them heavy enough. Don't be taking dumbbells in there though... People walking in your line of sight or in your camera shot? It's a public gym, get a membership at a more exclusive gym or go at less busy times. Grunting? Some grunting is fine, but if you're doing it for literally every rep of every lift, you're probably doing it for attention, not because of genuine exertion.

@rosaleesantamaria7673 2 жыл бұрын

Long time gym goer here. Agree with you on everything. My gym is too small for any type of YT or other filming and rule of thumb is, If you want to video what you are doing, have your workout partner do it discreetly and no videoing others without their permission.

@phucho5702 2 жыл бұрын

I agree with getting unreasonably angry with pp walking by. If you get that upset then workout at home.

@karenshaver7437 2 жыл бұрын

I agree with you on just about everything. On the squat rack…any exercise you need a rack for-squats, presses, good mornings, etc, but not deadlifts 🙄…

@krystiesolfyre5340 2 жыл бұрын

The world needs more compassion, period.

@kjhlkyu 2 жыл бұрын

(Groups) of people who sit on the dumbbell rack, on the actual dumbbells, like they’re waiting for a bus while their buddy is doing his dumbbell bench press or whatever. People who build their own “private mini-gym” inside the actual gym by dragging a bench over to the squat rack and then hoarding the rack, the barbell, 2 sets of plates and maybe 3, 4 or even 5 pairs of dumbbells by their side. They then proceed to do an entire workout at that squat rack, without ever leaving the bench or sharing any of that equipment. I swear to God, the murderous rage that goes through my head.

@MiataMegAutomotive 2 жыл бұрын

I LOVE THIS :) this is a HUUUUUUUUGE thing - alot of people get mad at like planet , crunch - gyms like that that you pay a legit 25$ a month - like maybe its time to upgrade if you wanna surround yourself with people who actually care . I had 4 memberships - I started to upgrade to better quality gyms and I've notices a huge difference with the way people act . IM JUS SAYING :) another thing - if you really are that outspoken about your gym going experience start building a gym at home or rent a warehouse.

@halfnowhalflater3131 2 жыл бұрын

I'm a newcomer to your program, and I'm enjoying your instructions and your comments. Frankly, I find myself agreeing with you on every point. In many situations, it's always a matter of courtesy to other users and mostly some good manners plus common sense. One rule that should always be observed is wiping down for the next user...especially if you sweat profusely. Nobody wants to swim in your bodily fluids!

@Kaikive 2 жыл бұрын

Not just with video but with pictures too! My gyms lockers/restroom have a mirror that's in the way of the restroom entrance (this is a really weird layout now that I think about it lol) I usually only use the restroom if I absolutely have to so I was rushing in and someone got mad because I got in their picture and she was taking a while because she continued trying to get her shot even way after I was done washing my hands and even freshened up a bit and finally left. I'm usually good at avoiding people but that was the only entrance so what was I supposed to do 🤷‍♀

@215ariley 2 жыл бұрын

but if you leave your plates on a barbell youre actual trash. not only does it ruin the barbell in the long run but no one should have to clean up after someone else in order to use the equipment

@atamagni7418 2 жыл бұрын

Love the series! Great video!

@HairyKnees1 2 жыл бұрын

The gym I use puts all the dumbbell racks right against the mirrors, so there are always people walking in front, temporarily blocking my ability to keep an eye on my form.

@fireballexplosion 2 жыл бұрын

I actually agree with you on all of these, ESPECIALLY the ones involving a cell phone. If you really want a video of you doing a PR have someone record for you while you lift. One of my biggest pet peeves is people on their phone sitting on a piece of equipment holding it down so it doesn't float away, only for them to get upset when you ask to jump in and use it. So glad for my in home garage gym for that very reason.

@jessicacamp22 2 жыл бұрын

Totally agree! Thank you for this video!

@BoldStrong 2 жыл бұрын

I've been told to not grunt (I barely do) I've had people walk in front of me because I act like I own the gym and take up that much space. I use the squat rack for a lot of things but happy to share as long as....long list. I put weights away but if someone puts dumbbells in he wrong spot, I'll take them out. I heard long ago if you want to get big leave your camera in the locker and leave your hoodie on. Do the work. You rock Meg!

@RuggedPeachWorkwear 2 жыл бұрын

Standing RIGHT IN FRONT of all the dumbbells to do your curls..agh drives me bananas! I need those weights you’re standing right in front of!

@reneeo 2 жыл бұрын

I use to hate the grunters, it use to put me off my workout so much, now days it really helps inspire me and to push harder!!

@hippyskinny 2 жыл бұрын

Absolutely agree with the bench setup. I always bench in the squat rack as the benches are completely the wrong height for me.

@dledge2689 2 ай бұрын

I’m going to leg press in the squat rack. Thanks for the tip!

@terrabee 2 жыл бұрын

I agree with all of these! The only thing that really bothers me are the people that leave heavy/many plates left racked. The gym I go to there are people of all levels in there and you never know who is going to use the machine after you. Last week the leg press had 12. TWELVE plates left on it. There was no way I was putting away 8 plates before my workout, that's insane. Or leaving a bar racked super high on the squat rack but I guess that is maybe only a short person problem I encounter lol.

@SteinsChoice 2 жыл бұрын

I really felt the putting weights away one. A few years ago I went into a gym and at some point used a leg press machine. It was the only station with 100's (mostly on the floor) and had one plate on either side before I even used it. It seemed like for spacing that it made sense to leave it like that, so I did after I finished my sets. Some dude who was in the gym before I arrived suddenly got super mad and started screaming at me and demanding I put it back the way I found it. I did. Really bizarre to me for someone to get so heated that you have to worry about them coming at you for something so light. Can't say I disagree with the opinions in the vid though. To add one myself, I don't see the big deal with people using their phones in between sets for whatever; it seems like others expect you to be actively lifting the entire time you're in a single spot, maybe with only a few seconds of break max.

@terminaldeity 2 жыл бұрын

My biggest pet peeve is supersetters. Especially at a public gym. Go to a private gym with more equipment or build your own home gym.

@love4h2oLB 2 жыл бұрын

I actually agree with most of this. I am a fairly quiet person in general and at my lifting gym but when the weight is heavy and I am really pushing myself I will totally grunt. Especially when it's the last couple reps!

@emmelemon123 2 жыл бұрын

I'm there to workout. I am not there to use less space for your videos. I am not there to judge you. I am not there to APPEASE you. This all comes down to RESPECT lol.

@emilyzhou7443 2 жыл бұрын

Exactly!! If you are at a public gym, don't act like it's your own private gym. And, when I do look at other people, it usually is to learn new moves and how to adjust equipment correctly and safely, thassit.

@trishcusworth4950 Жыл бұрын

I agree and it gives you a insight how to set up equipment. And moving weights and benches is good for your fitness.

@shahanafarooq8234 2 жыл бұрын

someone once decided to do crunches right behind me while I was snatching .. and I kept missing my snatches behind me that day 😬 that was a fun game of don’t kill the person with the barbell

@joyrogers5385 2 жыл бұрын

Not sure if this is how most gyms are set up but at the commercial gym I go to the only set of mirrors is behind the dumbbells which are in front of the benches. If I need to use a mirror but don't need a bench I need to squeeze in somewhere awkward or just not use a mirror. Then If I need a weight but don't walk quick enough to get it, I could be in someone's way who is using the mirror. This next thing made me laugh. They posted on FB how you are "not" to take selfies in the locker room. Then a week later they had a pic of a selfie of someone "in" the locker room.

@MarlyLynn 2 жыл бұрын

I was doing bench press and someone started jumping rope right in front/alongside of me.. there wasn’t an efficient amount of room to be jumping rope between me and the dumbbell rack in front of me.. another thing I’ve had an issue with was when I was set up for deadlifts and a guy started doing push-ups to my left less than 6 inches away from my bar. To your point.. perhaps things like this are a sign that I just need to join a different/more focused gym rather than the chain gyms nearby.

@monkeyxpwner 2 жыл бұрын

That’s just stupid on their point from a safety standpoint. Also, it’s considered rude in most places (at least in the US) to be that close to people anyways. If you ask me those people are either morons or come from somewhere that that is more ok.

@MarlyLynn 2 жыл бұрын

@@monkeyxpwner yeahhh. People can be really thoughtless sometimes. I don’t disagree with you at all.

@Godstud 2 жыл бұрын

Phones in the gym are the worst, especially when people leave them lying around. Facebook workouts(1 kph on the treadmill... or 5 minutes between sets, as they take up a machine... arrrghhh!!). I leave my phone at home. I agree with all your opinions regarding the gym.

@24mrich 2 жыл бұрын

I lucky enough go to a gym where the etiquette is to not walk in front of someone filming. But I've been to places where my tripod is as close to my platform is possible and people will wall on between the little bit of space between the tripod and platform when there is more room to go around.

@miyounova 2 жыл бұрын

I think most commercial chain gyms store their weights in a storage area. Which is why I ask users to put their weights back if I'm using the machine right after them. Inbthe commercial gyms I've been to, they actually do say you should always put your weights back, but there's always a gym bro to contravene the rule...

@michelleleung8199 2 жыл бұрын

One time I was in a college gym squatting, and someone asked if they could do pullups on the overhead bar directly behind me. I politely said no, since I was using the squat rack and also felt uncomfortable with a man standing behind me while I squatted. He started yelling at me and began asking an employee to see the manager. Then proceeded to yell at the manager, yell at me until I started to cry, and demand he be able to use the upper bar of the squat cage behind me. I don't care what someone is doing, you never have the right to scream at someone. It's not that hard to politely say something.

@KP-5928 2 жыл бұрын

was the man going to be in your way and keep you from doing your exercise if he used the overhead bar behind you?

@cgohoh 2 жыл бұрын

Men are entitled always but especially so at the gym since it’s usually a male dominated space. I’m always tense at my gym, even if it’s empty except for me and one man. Saving up for a more expensive membership that offers a womens only sections. Sucks but doesn’t seem like there’s any other option for me right now. And men don’t give a fuck if women are uncomfortable in their presence, and choose to ignore non-verbal communication. That’s my spicy opinion I guess.

@jimjones6901 2 жыл бұрын

@@cgohoh "Men are always entitled, but especially so at the gym." Really? Dude, grow up. As with BOTH sexes, some people within that group are entitled, and others are not. That's a bold claim to accuse ALL men of being entitled because that is just not true. Sorry you feel uncomfortable at the gym when even just one male is in there with you, but if he's minding his own business then that's literally not his fault. What do you want him to do, magically turn into a woman? Do you want him to leave the gym that he pays for too just so you can be comfortable? And non-verbal communication is not always picked up by everyone. Try to being an adult and communicating by using your words instead of being passive-aggressive because I'm pretty sure that's what you really mean by "non-verbal." Sounds like you are the entitled one.

@joshuamichael4312 Жыл бұрын

Couldn't you have said that he can use the pull up bar in between your sets? We call it "working in with you" where I'm from. It's the courteous thing to do. I seriously doubt the guy was going to be doings pull ups while you were squatting.

@joshuamichael4312 Жыл бұрын

@@cgohoh you being tense is a you problem. I think you're projecting to be honest.

@emilymunday6212 Жыл бұрын

Doing overhead presses with the squat rack is so much simpler and feels so much safer!

@OneRepCloser 2 жыл бұрын

Hmmm what do you think about when someone is curling or doing lateral raises right in front of the dumbbells ..it makes sense with some exercises ex: heavy shrugs or rows but most of time they’re just blocking the dumbbells from everyone else lol still not worth accosting someone over it…

@DanceCommander 2 жыл бұрын

Yes! If people do lateral side raises ride in front of the dumbbell rack, they're blocking roughly 20 dumbbells! Just take two steps back!

@KingDoug 2 жыл бұрын

Heavy shrugs and rows aren't justifiable either - if you can't carry them over to somewhere more convenient and pick them up off the floor between sets, then you're most likely ego lifting.

@coston1986 2 жыл бұрын

Omg yes! I am trying to put my dumbbells back when I’m done and someone doing lateral raises in front of the rack to put them back on is annoying lol.

@Ailieorz 2 жыл бұрын

Hate it, just take two steps back

@showerpwner 2 жыл бұрын

Every time I approach the rack, people fall over themselves to move. Just look like you're struggling to re rack.

@bella_trixx6589 2 жыл бұрын

I lift in a very very smol little weight room of a rock climbing gym(cuz that is my primary sport). We have two platforms, two benches, and two squat racks. It is really frustrating when people use the platforms to do abs(despite the signs saying please don't do that) or do pullups on the squat rack. It is a climbing gym...the number of places set up for pull ups is SO SO HIGH and you can do floor ab work outs literally anywhere. It is so frustrating as someone who has to commute to the gym and work full time to not be able to get my workouts in because of things like that. I try my very hardest to go during off house but the lack of self awareness is very annoying to say the least.

@ZacFelts 2 жыл бұрын

I always do OHP in a rack and I will never apologize

@miketracy9256 2 жыл бұрын

How hard is it to put stuff away that others have left on the floor? We used to call it setting a good example.

@ydonnay3145 2 жыл бұрын

Good video. I agree with you 100%, you are golden.

@kimcarroll1129 2 жыл бұрын

my pet peeve is people who jump on a machine, grab their phone and start texting. If you absolutely have to send a text and you're sitting on a machine, get up and go do it somewhere else. But I've watched people sit on machines I'm waiting on and text for 30 minutes until I go over and finally ask to use the machine. Then they give me a dirty look because it's all about them. Well, this happens in L.A. other places, they're embarrassed for being such an inconsiderate jerk.

@nakeasimone13 2 жыл бұрын

This is off topic I’m 47 and starting to get back into weight training again after 3yrs. I just started going to a new gym and although I want to lift weights the machines are intimidating to say the least. So to get myself prepared for my weight lifting journey I’ve been taking Les Mills Body Pump classes 4 times a week for the past two weeks. In your opinion is Body Pump a good place to start?

@JenessaFischer 2 жыл бұрын

I lift at home and didn’t know people were weird about grunting in gyms! I’ve been considering joining a gym for community and training, but I absolutely am a grunter. 😬

@michaelautrey6641 2 жыл бұрын

my main thing is people playing on their phone while im waiting on the equipment they are sitting on.

@tamaramorris979 2 жыл бұрын

I 100% agree with this video. People should realize that the world doesn't revolve around just them. I always put my equipment up when I'm done but I understand some people are just starting out on their fitness journey and may not know yet.

@LexesOHara 2 жыл бұрын

With the not re-reacking the weights, I personally LIKE when people leave one plate on the leg press for the next person

@strongwiseandfree 2 жыл бұрын

I always grunt when I train heavy. Thankfully, I usually lift in my home gym, so I get to do it with some privacy, but the other week, I was visiting my mom, and felt super awkward with all these strangers looking at me in the commercial gym by her house.

@nxoliver 2 жыл бұрын

I agree with the squat rack thing! I bench in the squat rack because of the safety bars and the bench height!!

@shahanafarooq8234 2 жыл бұрын

This is why I don’t go to a commercial gym lol so I don’t have to deal with half the stuff you’ve mentioned

@michellem.8949 2 жыл бұрын

I agree with everything you said lol 1. Not Reracking on things like landmine or machines shouldn't be an issue. But not putting Dumbells back or unracking bench is annoying because u can't always tell if the person is done. 2. Using squat rack for other workouts. I will if needed. I used for bench so I can use guards when I didn't have a spotter or a good spotter. I felt guilty but 🤷🏻‍♀️ gyms should invest in guards. I also use for OH Press if needed, Bent over rows or rack pulls. 3. Walking in front of people. Im always seeing people curling right in front of dumbbells and have the nerve go have an attitude when u walk by them to get Dumbbells just because they can't gear you say "excuse me" with their earbuds on 4. Walking in front of phone, not my issue if I don't see it. But if I see it, I'll try and go around 5. Grunting. If you want to get mad at grunters, go to planet fitness where doing heavy weights is against the rules lol

@LauraSofia071 2 жыл бұрын

I agree with filming, if you’re getting upset over people walking by… then go at a different time when it’s empty. We all pay the same membership, don’t be upset over people using the facility

@fayemay291 2 жыл бұрын

Reracking weights is a gym etiquette essential, it's just good manners. It's not just about other gym users, it's about respect for the gym owner and the people who work on the floor. I get it if it's for storage purposes in certain environments but I don't agree with leaving 80kg on a deadlift platform and expecting someone else to take that off ..it's time, effort and wasted energy they could have put into their workout... Just so so frustrating. I agree with all the other statements though, especially the filming one!!

@brayan8346 2 жыл бұрын

I get really angry 😡 when there’s a couple using two benches and they’re having a conversation. Why can’t one rest while the other works? With a influx of teenagers going to my gym I switched because there is about 8 groups of 3 that take up a benches just talking to each other most of the time. Recording other people is also unacceptable no matter what they are doing.

@christinelamb1167 2 жыл бұрын

This is why I quit going to the gym 10 years ago, I got so sick of dealing with inconsiderate people who were just there to see and be seen. I have been working out at home for years now, and I love it! There are some things I miss about the gym, like being in a dedicated space for working out, and all of the specific weights and racks. But I feel so much more comfortable at home; no one bothers me, and I can do whatever I want 😀

@lisamelton78 2 жыл бұрын

We have one squat rack and one power rack in my gym. Friday I was able to grab the power rack since the squat rack was taken and I set up to do some box squats. There were two girls side by side on the floor between my power rack and the smith machine next to me in about 5 feet wide of space from rack to smith. I was stepping back with my bar and she started to stand. I said “whoa, careful” we would have collided (my bar and her head) if I hadn’t seen her coming up. There really isn’t enough room between the machines except to load the bar. It’s frustrating because the gym is small.

@gwendelynparadis3547 2 жыл бұрын

“please be nice to me!” my motto in the gym

@billking8843 2 жыл бұрын

At my gym there are two power racks - intended for benchpress, squats, OHP and deadlifts. There is a guy who takes over one for curls and takes forever. We just look daggers at him and do dumbbell presses or goblet squats instead. There are easycurl bars and barbells at the weights he curls just sitting unloved while he monopolises the power rack. >"

@aloraholdeman9995 2 жыл бұрын

Working at a gym we had one guy who moaned when he squatted and idk if he was messing with the staff or what, but it made me die laughing. 😂 He did it every time he squatted so every Monday.

@MuscularMontel 2 жыл бұрын

If an area is messy, I will clean it up, do my work, and leave my mess there.

@bearforce187 2 жыл бұрын

Drives me nuts when people don't put their stuff back and the other thing when people are sitting there playing with their cell phones for 20 mins while tying up machines or equipment.

@bowdezaufa2609 2 жыл бұрын

Good vid. Totally agree.

@P6009D 10 ай бұрын

Even if you know not to go near someone who lifts heavy, it can still happen. Some industries mount barrier tape on the wall. It is a roll where you can temporarily pull out a barrier tape, which is then rolled in with the help of a spring. Get a roll like this for the gym, problem solved.

@Scottyboyhvacdude 2 жыл бұрын

the worst thing is when people setup directly in front of the dumbell rack, seriously folks step back a few feet so we an all still have access!

@christinawooten5137 2 жыл бұрын

Freaking love you. I was cracking up. Sooo true. 💜😘💪🏻💪🏻

@PeachyCat-3990 2 жыл бұрын

I don't wear my glasses at the gym, sooooo yep, def not seeing any ones phone set up if they're recording themselves, lol.

@RasulSnow 8 ай бұрын

Agree with all of that. I would also add the people who sit on a machine for like 15 minutes doing maybe two sets while on their phone

@OneBigHandle 2 жыл бұрын

I had to comment. I agree completely. When you go to the gym do you're workout and do not mess with anyone else's personal time. That is the safe escape for some people. Just mind your own business. It seems like too many people are more worried about correcting others and making the world cater to there craziness. Just keep to yourself unless you see someone get in trouble, please save a life. Rant completed.

@kcg1235 2 жыл бұрын

I love what Joey Swoll is doing in regards to gym culture. Get a good workout in and mind your own business!

@Parliament9502 2 жыл бұрын

“I don’t believe I saw a sign up informing us that there is filming going on”. “Do you have a permit on file for filming? Either from _____ Fitness or the City film commission?” “Do you have a release we can all sign that gives you permission to use our likeness”? “I don’t care.”

@katcmurphy4321 2 жыл бұрын

100% agree with you on all your points covered.

@jeffwise6937 2 жыл бұрын

There are plates on the leg press at my gym that haven't been taken off since 1983.

@jpulizzano 2 жыл бұрын

always spot on!!

@jaxypassionblocks 2 жыл бұрын

the face change over the last 6 years be insane.

@alicekbonilla 2 жыл бұрын

Ok.. my gym has a problem with like groups of 3-5 young guys taking up machines for long periods of time.. just standing around talking…. I’m soooooo annoyed. They fill up space and don’t really workout half the time.

@marytheresaheiderstadt7527 2 жыл бұрын

Omg!! Yes yes yes to all of this!! Everyone in public consents to being in public. Respect the shared space we are all in the gym to get healthier. Just be a kind human. JFC!