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rEDfOX
10-28-2002, 06:52 PM
Okay, maybe this is a stupid question, but anyways...
I've just started lifting weights and stuff, been doing cardio(running, stair climber) for a while though. I have one small problem in the weight room, I get really intimidated by the guys in there! I guess I just feel kinda stupid in there surrounded by huge guys. There aren't many females in the weight room(Air Force Base) and I guess I'm just looking for advice, or anything to keep myself from getting intimidated. I really don't even know what I'm asking for, maybe just comments:) Thanks for any advice:D

mr456
10-28-2002, 07:29 PM
Just go in to the gym...have your plan of attack ready...and go to it. If you are concentrating on your workout properly..other people should not even affect you. Trust me...the guys in there are trying to throw around a little more weight than they normally do...if they see a female. Act like nothing impresses you....like they are all weak. I really hate that when women do that in the gym..but you tend to not eyeball them for fear of them verbally assaulting you....lol.......this is why I work out at home.....456

dedprez*
10-28-2002, 07:52 PM
we all started somewhere...most of us were small...(not u presser of course) :)......but u catch my drift....if u r in there 2 train and to better yourself...the other "big" guys will notice and respect u for that.

babysiren
10-28-2002, 08:16 PM
Originally posted by dedprez*
we all started somewhere...most of us were small...(not u presser of course) :)......but u catch my drift....if u r in there 2 train and to better yourself...the other "big" guys will notice and respect u for that.

I agree..try maybe going in there when you work out, and try to make it like you're the only one in there..I don't know if I'm helping..but I'm a woman, I have never felt intimidated at the gym by either man or woman...lol..

mailboxkillR
10-28-2002, 10:04 PM
kick them in the balls that will get their attention.

babysiren
10-28-2002, 10:12 PM
Originally posted by mailboxkillR
kick them in the balls that will get their attention.

LOL...:p

Armageddon
10-29-2002, 03:57 AM
Wlak in there and act as if you own the place. What ever you do, you have to be confident. Take it as a business act and do what it takes. Try headphones and block people out. I know many women that have problems with this. They don't like being starred at like cattle(not Fina)lol Find your comfort zone and role with it.

boking
10-29-2002, 04:54 AM
key rule, who cares what anyone thinks! go to the gym for your own personal good! if people want to stare, tell them to take a picture it'l last longer.

RAZZ
10-29-2002, 10:15 AM
Just stay focus on what you are doing go to the gym with a plan.If you pay more attention to your workouts you want have time to be intimidated.The next thing you know you will be big like all the rest good luck

rEDfOX
10-29-2002, 11:04 AM
Thanks for all the advice! I know that was kinda a stupid question, I didn't know how to ask what I wanted to ask! But you all hit the nail right on the head! Thanks again:)

rEDfOX
10-29-2002, 11:05 AM
By the way, I'm female:)

jshoty
10-29-2002, 01:57 PM
Originally posted by rEDfOX
By the way, I'm female:)

ooh thought u were a guy. Anyways just go into the gym and do your thing and dont worry about what everyone else is doing. BTW most the guys will probally be checking you out anyways so take it as a compliment.

babysiren
10-29-2002, 02:23 PM
Originally posted by rEDfOX
Thanks for all the advice! I know that was kinda a stupid question, I didn't know how to ask what I wanted to ask! But you all hit the nail right on the head! Thanks again:)

You're welcome, and that wasn't a stupid question..:) We're all friends here, and here to help each other..:D

rEDfOX
10-29-2002, 03:59 PM
Cool... I was just worried, cause press didn't have much too say and he seems like he's usually loaded with advice!

viper10139
10-29-2002, 04:02 PM
Go in the gym, and seek and destroy for your goals, and they should respect that..