Gross Gym Guy

Just because I'm feeling kinda sassy...I thought it was apropos to write a quick little blurb about the dreaded Gross Gym Guy.  

Gross Gym Guy (GGG) lurks in training establishments all across the world.  You’ve seen him; he is easily identified, but not by physical appearance.  What classifies GGG as such is his behavior.

He’s the guy who feels the best time to approach a woman in the gym is when you are in the most vulnerable and/or compromised position…such as when you are using the leg ab/adductor machine.  And he approaches from the front.

He’s the guy who believes the best place to do arm curls (other than the squat rack!) is right behind you while you are doing bent-over rows.

He’s the guy who suddenly is standing over you, completely uninvited-literally straddling your head-while you’re benching as if to “spot” you. 

These are some of his “sly” tactics.  GGG has many, many more. 

GGG should be avoided like the plague.  He completely disregards the concept of personal space and if I wasn’t averse to name calling, I’d say he is an underdeveloped lump of primordial slime.

GGG is seeking your attention, and will go to extreme measures to get it. 

Obviously you will not be able to do anything about his salivating when he looks at you, or standing creepily nearby watching your every move. 

It should go without saying, but crossing the line into your personal body space is 100% unacceptable. 

Before I continue, Ladies, do remember to practice your basic strategies of street smarts, dress modestly and maintain awareness of your environment.  

Here are a few recommendations to keep GGG away from you during your workout:

1.    DO NOT make eye contact with him (that’s what hats are for).

2.    DO NOT talk to him.

3.    DO NOT yell at him…negative attention is still attention.

4.  Seek out a trusted friend (a.k.a. bodyguard) to guard your personal space. 

5.    Involve gym management as indicated.