I like to work out, in fact, so much so that I even have aspirations to very soon make supplemental income as a Personal Trainer. I live, breath and preach the importance of staying in shape and eating well. During the winter, I'm at the gym at least five times a week and not just for cardio. I would consider myself a gym rat. I'm in the free weight area (not only the machine area) at least three times a week. Barbells, cowbells, bench press...I'm there, Nike weightlifting gloves and all.
The other day, I realized that being in this area of the gym is, for lack of a better description, like being somewhere named "Testosterone Land". First, hardly any women venture into this land. Why would they, right? In fact, it took me a good months of forcing myself to workout in your land to actually feel comfortable. Yes, I was intimidated or maybe even scared. All these strong men grunting and grinding their teeth, even hissing and spitting to get those super large weights pressed, curled or extended, can be very intense. Anyway, I'd like to thank you and all the other boys in "Testosterone Land" for allowing me to visit your area. HOWEVER, before I return I need to let you all know few simple facts. I'm not visiting to....
1. GET A DATE. That's right, I'm there to work out also! I'm curious, is it news that a girl could work out in "Testosterone Land" merely because that's where the best free weights are located AND not to get your attention? Well, hello, I'm that girl and trust me, there are many more of us out there. Also, just an FYI, the pick up line "I like your form. Do you come here often?" is not acceptable...EVER.
2. GET TRAINING TIPS. Thank you very much but I've been working out with coaches, physical therapist and personal trainers for most of my life. Not only that, I've done my own research and unless I ask, I don't need your "I'm a man and I know best" tips. Are you wondering how you are supposed to identify women like me? Hint, if I/we venture into "Testosterone Land" and keep to ourselves, totally not smile at you and just aren't paying any attention to you whatsoever, it's most likely I/we don't want/need your suggestions. To be honest, I could probably help you out more than you could help me. Just wondering, does your back hurt from inappropriately lifting all that weight?
3. GET FLASHED. If your workout at any point includes squatting, leg lifts or sitting full spread on a bench please, please, please I beg you, wear biker shorts under those lovely, a little too small, gym shorts. I know I'm in "Testosterone Land" you don't have to prove it. By the way, biker shorts are pretty cheap at Sports Authority.
So the work day is almost over and I'm headed to the gym. I will most definitely stop into "Testosterone Land" and I do hope you respect my wishes.
Sincerely,
Sarah
