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To some extent, we are all guilty of goofing off in the gym. <\/strong>Maybe we\u2019re just not in the zone, not \u201cfeeling it,\u201d or have had a stressful and distracted day, and just need to go through the motions to get it over with. We all have had those days.<\/p>\n

To some extent, we are all guilty of goofing off in the gym. <\/strong>Maybe we\u2019re just not in the zone, not \u201cfeeling it,\u201d or have had a stressful and distracted day, and just need to go through the motions to get it over with. We all have had those days.<\/p>\n

But there is a certain segment of the gym population who take it about ten steps further, and treat the gym like their home away from home. They act like it\u2019s time to hang out, chill with their friends, and chit-chat. Below are several dumb habits you can observe in most any gym. Ask yourself if you\u2019re guilty of any of these, and read on for some simple fixes.<\/p>\n

The Pretend Superman<\/h2>\n

Lifting heavy is a must to attain goals, reach objectives, and even to compete, for some. It\u2019s often a prescribed practice to stretch your capabilities just past what you think you can do. Growth begins at the end of your comfort zone, as the old saying goes. But how far is too far? <\/strong>I see a whole lot of lifters attempting things they shouldn\u2019t even touch. For them, injury is a certainty, not just a possibility. If you overreach your overreach<\/a>, even if you don\u2019t get hurt, you aren\u2019t going to make progress like you should.<\/p>\n

The remedy: <\/strong>Dial it back a little. Make a deal with yourself. Decrease the weight by 10 or 20% and focus solely on form and function. Clean up any breaks in technique and get back to feeling each lift the way it was meant to be. Aim for perfection on every rep. As for that guy you know is about to drop the bar on his throat; if it\u2019s a dangerous situation, don\u2019t just sit back and laugh to yourself. Help them. Use your knowledge to lead them down the right road.<\/p>\n

The Cell Phone Addict<\/h2>\n

Unfortunately, phones in the gym are a part of the scenery now. Call me old-fashioned, but I remember a time before cell phones<\/a>, when you just trained in the gym. No selfies, and no scrolling.<\/strong> Now, picking up their phone seems to be everyone\u2019s accessory lift between every set. You\u2019d think everyone had a pregnant wife about to go into labor any minute, with how often they check their phone.<\/p>\n

The remedy: <\/strong>The short answer here is to simply leave your phone at home, in your vehicle, or in a locker. The world will not blow up if you haven\u2019t checked your phone for an hour or two. If you do manage to suppress your addiction for that hour, you\u2019ll experience more focus during training. And who knows, you might a human for once in the gym.<\/p>\n

The Expert Tracker<\/h2>\n

There is now literally an app for everything.<\/strong> They\u2019ve become our little helper elves, enabling us to do amazing things with our lives. Or enabling us to play games and waste time. Now, there are several gym-appropriate apps that have merit when used correctly and appropriately. But let\u2019s face it, do you really need to track every single, rep, set, pound, carb, protein, fat, step, heartbeat, belch, hours spent Netflix-and-chilling, times you said the word \u201cliterally,\u201d or sighed? Tracking major training variables: great. Tracking every nuance of life: too much! Stop it.<\/p>\n

The remedy: <\/strong>One thing many lifters do not realize is that meticulous tracking takes time away from training. You lose pace in the workout because you\u2019re obsessed with recording every move. Put the phone away, train hard, and then input all of your data later. You\u2019ll be surprised at how your workouts may evolve once you break free from the uber-strict scheduling and programming you\u2019ve followed like a robot all those months.<\/p>\n

The Wallflower<\/h2>\n

This is for both the newbie and the experienced lifter in every gym. <\/strong>We\u2019ve all seen the look on the face of the classic intimidate newcomer at the gym, especially around this time of year. They shuffle around and avoid eye contact, scared to get too involved. They are shy, new to the atmosphere, and look downright lost. They tend to observe from the sides of the room, without any real plan of action, much less actionable commitment. Normally, the regular members like to shake their heads and laugh, as they relegate the newbie to taking up space and nothing else.<\/p>\n

The remedy: <\/strong>If you\u2019re the newbie, don\u2019t be afraid. No one will bite you. It isn\u2019t the jungle where everyone has to mark their territory. You have every right to be there and train just like the juiced-up meathead that has a look on his face like someone just ran over his hamster. If you\u2019re the seasoned gym stud, it\u2019s your responsibility to help. If you think you know a lot about training, then pass it on in a polite, tactful way to those newbies. Be a solution and a contributor, instead of a roadblock.<\/p>\n

The Campaigning Politician<\/h2>\n

As with anything in life, things can go too far. Helping others is a great trait, but being a know-it-all is quite another. <\/strong>Fitness, training, nutrition, and all subtopics in between are ever-changing and evolving subjects. It seems like new research surfaces daily on methods, results, and techniques. Acting like a politician at a debate won\u2019t boost your trustworthiness as a knowledgeable person who can be relied upon for help.<\/p>\n

The remedy:<\/strong> Take the perspective of helping others, versus making yourself look good. The goal should be to pass on your knowledge, help where you can, and then get honest feedback from the person you\u2019re trying to help. It isn\u2019t a green light to brag, boast, and try to impress everyone in the gym. They\u2019ll get more out of the experience (and so will you) if you create a two-way road of communication and stay humble.<\/p>\n

The Exercise Extrovert<\/h2>\n

Have you seen this man?<\/strong> That guy over by the pull up\/dip station doing a human flag? Or how about the guy getting ready to bench press a mountain, flanked by three (yes, three) spotters? Or how about the ultimate functional fitness master, who overhead squats, throws around a kettlebell, and then runs over to sprint on the treadmill, while staking his claim on all three stations? Point is, don\u2019t be flamboyant just to impress.<\/p>\n

The remedy:<\/strong> Don\u2019t be that guy, but also don\u2019t make enemies. If you see someone going crazy in the gym only for recognition or to impress others with their incredible superhero abilities, then let them be and move on with your workout. As long as they aren\u2019t going to hurt themselves or someone around them, they have every right to act like a clown.<\/p>\n

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The Social Club With Barbells<\/h2>\n

Believe it or not, there are many lifters who do not know the difference between a gym and a bar<\/strong> (the kind where they serve drinks). They are there to scope out the hotties and catch up with the bros. Additionally, they use this time to socialize, either on the phone or in person. Whether you\u2019re the type who\u2019s guilty of this mindset, or just one who witnesses these train wrecks, they belong elsewhere.<\/p>\n

The remedy: <\/strong>It doesn\u2019t matter which side of the fence you sit on, it\u2019s important to cultivate an atmosphere of respect and camaraderie. This may come as a shock, but most women go to the gym to train, not to meet guys. A word or two between sets or before or after training is fine\u2014you don\u2019t want to be Mr. Serious all the time\u2014but know when to say when. Be friendly, but respectful.<\/p>\n

Learn and Practice Gym Etiquette<\/h2>\n

This all isn\u2019t to say that you need to become a hermit and keep completely to yourself. The gym should be a community. We should help each other, <\/strong>talk training and nutrition, and be generally friendly to each other, regardless of age, experience, sex, or training style. Treat the gym as if all the members are your roommates. We all pay rent, should be respectful to each other, and get along. Cultivate a helpful atmosphere to breed mutual success.<\/p>\n

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