The Exerciser has the Right-Of-Way. Always!
I despise when I see people in the gym who are either discourteous or oblivious to their surrounding gym peers. Remember, oblivious and careless behavior more often than not will lead to injury.
For example, if someone is performing walking lunges in a designated area of the gym, don’t stand or walk in the way while talking to your buddies.
Be aware of your surroundings and respect everyone’s personal space and equipment in the gym. Respect when others are in the middle of an exercise; don’t make them move or expect them to stop just because you want to walk by or use the equipment they’re using.
On the flip side, this doesn’t mean the “exerciser” should take advantage of their right-of-way and perform exercises inconsiderately or in undesignated areas. It means, every floor space and piece of equipment can be respectfully shared when there’s area awareness, and especially when questions are asked considerately.
Don’t forget the Golden Rule: “Workout with others as you would have them workout with you.”
(Copyright 2011 by Javier Fleites/Mr. Workout. All Rights Reserved. This material may not be published, broadcasted, rewritten or redistributed without permission.)
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