You have permission to publish this article in web sites, ezines, electronic publications, and any media format, as long as the article Be Respected ForYourGym Etiquette! By Mike Heatlie MSc Over the years I’ve seena lot of very bad gym etiquette, people chatting and laughing on their phones, bad language, people wearing jeans, Some ofthe below seemlike commonsense, however commonsense at times, isn’t that common! - Never leave any piece of gym equipment covered in sweat, towel it downand leave the equipment as you would like to find it. - Do not hang around the gym in a group, many people can find this intimidating. - Never use bad, foul or inappropriate language, respect people around you. - Do not sit on a piece of equipment if you are not using it - If you are using a certain piece of equipment,do not chat or take a great deal of time between sets if there are people waiting to use the same piece of - Do not stare at people exercising, it is considered rude. - If someone leaves a piece of equipment,check to see if theyare finished using it before you jump in for yourself. They may be getting some water or a paper towel and have not finished using the equipment. - If you wish to ‘workin’ when someone is using a piece of equipment, ask politely and show respect to the other person. Never bully anyone out oftheir - Never interrupt anyone whilst they are exercising, wait until they have finished their set and then ask your question. - Do not stand too close to people when they are exercising, this can be an inconvenience and can distract people during there workout. -Do not leave your weight plates or dumbbells lying around, put them away when you are finished using them. If you are using the bench press or - Do not use your mobile phone in the gym, especially when you are using a piece of equipment, no one wants to hear your conversation. - Dress appropriately. Never wear jeans or clothing not suitable for exercising. - Make sure your personal hygiene is maintained. People sometimes take their shoes off not aware that theyare ‘stinking’ and inconveniencing other exercisers. Always workout in fresh training gear, if you are wearing the training from your workout previous, it will smell poor!! Use deodarant before - If you seesomeone training intenselyand they may need help, ask them if you to ‘spot them’. When we are pushing ourselves inthe gym a little is sometimes required and it respect and good manners to others. - Show respect to fellow exerciser sand dowhat you can to ensure a gym environment that is safe and pleasant for all. Mike Heatlie MSc is one of the leading Personal Trainers worldwide. Mike holds a Masters Degree in Medicine & Science in Sport & Exercise and a 1st Class Honors Degree in Sport & Exercise Science. He has a ten year Personal Training relationship with US singer Gwen Stefani, and is the author of the epic ebook 'Lose 10 Years, 10 Pounds, in 5 Weeks!' www.mikeheatlie.com Copyright © Mike Heatlie Personal Training 2007 All Rights Reserved You have permission to publish this article in web sites, ezines, electronic publications, and any media format, as long as the article
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