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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

Ok- I am going to go back to the gym. Please be kind!

My local isn’t opening yet but I need to do something about my mental health and my muffin top! So I am going to drive somewhere close where I know is open.

Girls can I ask what do you usually work out in? I keep seeing all these pics of women in tiny tops in the gym but I just can’t do that- my rolls would not give me much confidence...

But also a big T-shirt irritates me (I struggle enough with clothing due to me being on the autistic spectrum).

Do you prefer tight or loose? Clothing! Clothing!!!!

Men do you really notice women? Will I be able to sneak in and not be noticed?

Do you wear make up? I don’t wear it normally when I work out and dread to think I would need to when going to the gym.

Am I overthinking this?

I need some gentle encouragement here...

Mrs P x

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By *uenevereWoman
over a year ago

Scunthorpe

Sod everyone else, you need comfort.

I go for gym leggings and sleeveless tops with a very good sports bra.

Surprisingly Asda gym wear is excellent and value for money.

I stick with Shock Absorber bras. They are the only ones that I find comfortable and supportive.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Just go naked. Then nobody will look at your clothes

(Seriously don't worry. You're beautiful x)

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Yoga pants, sleeveless top, good bra or sports bra, no make up and a good pair of trainers

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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

Thank you so much for your ‘supportive’ comments

You’re right! I just want comfort- but I dread the thought of looking like a sweaty mess (which I do when I work out).

It’s like I’m stuck. I need to try and kick start something- and hope a short membership may give me that freedom... try it out at least...

But then I’m terrified of what the media portray women look like in the gym!

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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

"Yoga pants, sleeveless top, good bra or sports bra, no make up and a good pair of trainers

Really! I’d get away with no make up?

I don’t wear any 90% of my life - not even to work ...

Why am I over thinking this?

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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

"Just go naked. Then nobody will look at your clothes

(Seriously don't worry. You're beautiful x)"

How to empty a gym...

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By *orny PTMan
over a year ago

Peterborough

No knickers under yoga pants.

No seriously

Your gym gear in your profile pics is great. Concentrate on decent foot wear, as that's the most important thing.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"Yoga pants, sleeveless top, good bra or sports bra, no make up and a good pair of trainers

Really! I’d get away with no make up?

I don’t wear any 90% of my life - not even to work ...

Why am I over thinking this?

I don’t wear makeup much either, I’m sure you’ll be fine and remember most that are there will be makeup less and feeling like you do as well.xx

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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

"Yoga pants, sleeveless top, good bra or sports bra, no make up and a good pair of trainers

Really! I’d get away with no make up?

I don’t wear any 90% of my life - not even to work ...

Why am I over thinking this?

I don’t wear makeup much either, I’m sure you’ll be fine and remember most that are there will be makeup less and feeling like you do as well.xx"

Gosh! I hope so.

I just want to blend in to background as much as possible.

Head down- work out and leave.

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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

"No knickers under yoga pants.

No seriously

Your gym gear in your profile pics is great. Concentrate on decent foot wear, as that's the most important thing."

That was in my own garden... dressed for my husband to Perve....

The idea of others looking at me terrifies me.

And I don’t look like that at moment either!

Hence why I need urgent remedy!

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By *luebellRacerCouple
over a year ago

Shropshire

What you're comfortable in. Everyone sweats at the gym. A glowing face is better than make up running down your face.

And... tbh... does it matter what everyone else thinks? Everyone is there to do some exercise! Just focus on what you're doing and sod everyone else!

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By *uenevereWoman
over a year ago

Scunthorpe

"Thank you so much for your ‘supportive’ comments

You’re right! I just want comfort- but I dread the thought of looking like a sweaty mess (which I do when I work out).

It’s like I’m stuck. I need to try and kick start something- and hope a short membership may give me that freedom... try it out at least...

But then I’m terrified of what the media portray women look like in the gym!"

If you go to a gym that is fully inclusive, there won't be many super fit women in shorts and crop tops.

I will be going back to my gym soon. There's all sizes and ages and it's really friendly.

Everyone is there to exercise. Most women don't wear makeup.

Everyone looks like a sweaty mess if they're doing it properly...

If you are unsure, ask to have a look round first.

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By *irewolffMan
over a year ago

Dublin

Nike bottoms every time. Have a few pics of myself on our profile.

Cant wear just a sports bra....muffin top alert. I wear alot of Under Armour tops.

Love the new green Nike leggings.

MsD

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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

"What you're comfortable in. Everyone sweats at the gym. A glowing face is better than make up running down your face.

And... tbh... does it matter what everyone else thinks? Everyone is there to do some exercise! Just focus on what you're doing and sod everyone else!

You’re logic is sooooo right!

And I will ensure to remind myself of your support when I’m there... or at least trying to take those first steps through the door.

Fancy going with me and nudging me through door?

Hellllllp!

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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

"Thank you so much for your ‘supportive’ comments

You’re right! I just want comfort- but I dread the thought of looking like a sweaty mess (which I do when I work out).

It’s like I’m stuck. I need to try and kick start something- and hope a short membership may give me that freedom... try it out at least...

But then I’m terrified of what the media portray women look like in the gym!

If you go to a gym that is fully inclusive, there won't be many super fit women in shorts and crop tops.

I will be going back to my gym soon. There's all sizes and ages and it's really friendly.

Everyone is there to exercise. Most women don't wear makeup.

Everyone looks like a sweaty mess if they're doing it properly...

If you are unsure, ask to have a look round first."

Good tip!

Will do!

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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

"Nike bottoms every time. Have a few pics of myself on our profile.

Cant wear just a sports bra....muffin top alert. I wear alot of Under Armour tops.

Love the new green Nike leggings.

MsD"

Ok.... I’m glad I’m not the only one who can’t flaunt that hot look!

Thanks girl x

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By *inky_couple2020Couple
over a year ago

North West

I'm a bit of a chubster and wouldn't be seen dead in a little crop top! I wear high waist Nike sports leggings (I have long and cropped) plus a sports t-shirt that wicks sweat - not skin tight but a bit fitted. I have an Under Armour one and one from M&S's sports range. I tried Decathlon, but their XL women's t-shirt was so tiny, it would maybe have fitted a size 10?! My experience as a bigger woman plus a wheelchair user is that no-one else gives a crap and they just focus on their own work out.

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By *uenevereWoman
over a year ago

Scunthorpe

"Thank you so much for your ‘supportive’ comments

You’re right! I just want comfort- but I dread the thought of looking like a sweaty mess (which I do when I work out).

It’s like I’m stuck. I need to try and kick start something- and hope a short membership may give me that freedom... try it out at least...

But then I’m terrified of what the media portray women look like in the gym!

If you go to a gym that is fully inclusive, there won't be many super fit women in shorts and crop tops.

I will be going back to my gym soon. There's all sizes and ages and it's really friendly.

Everyone is there to exercise. Most women don't wear makeup.

Everyone looks like a sweaty mess if they're doing it properly...

If you are unsure, ask to have a look round first.

Good tip!

Will do!

Try not to worry.

As a rule people go to exercise and don't take much notice of you, unless they want the equipment you are using.

I'm sure you will be fine x

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By *luebellRacerCouple
over a year ago

Shropshire

"What you're comfortable in. Everyone sweats at the gym. A glowing face is better than make up running down your face.

And... tbh... does it matter what everyone else thinks? Everyone is there to do some exercise! Just focus on what you're doing and sod everyone else!

You’re logic is sooooo right!

And I will ensure to remind myself of your support when I’m there... or at least trying to take those first steps through the door.

Fancy going with me and nudging me through door?

Hellllllp!

*virtual gentle nudge, and a sneaky bum pinch*

You'll be fine! Maybe have a little plan in your head what you'd like to do when you're there, then you have something to occupy you. Give yourself a minimum time you HAVE to stay for, even if it's 20 minutes. Then go from there

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By *irewolffMan
over a year ago

Dublin

"Nike bottoms every time. Have a few pics of myself on our profile.

Cant wear just a sports bra....muffin top alert. I wear alot of Under Armour tops.

Love the new green Nike leggings.

MsD

Ok.... I’m glad I’m not the only one who can’t flaunt that hot look!

Thanks girl x"

Not many can to be fair. And I am 43, 2 kids, busy life etc. Dont be hard on your self. Good luck x

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By *viatrixWoman
over a year ago

Redhill

Nobody ever looks at me at the gym, haha.

I love Asics tops. For some reason they are very flattering. Short sleeve, slightly loose. m

Under Armour shorts and leggings are great too.

No makeup, good trainers, hair up, red face.

I am there to work out, not to be seen/checked out, really...

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By *addyBabygirl2020Couple
over a year ago

norwich

Men do you really notice women? Will I be able to sneak in and not be noticed?

Do you wear make up? I don’t wear it normally when I work out and dread to think I would need to when going to the gym.

Am I overthinking this?

I need some gentle encouragement here...

Mrs P x

I dont train in commercial gyms, the gyms I train at are focused on strength sports, mostly powerlifting.

What is interesting in the mix of people, theres a lot of big guys training for strength and middle aged women trying to change their physique.

We have a very good female coach who attracts these ladies. At first they feel nervous about training in such a testosterone fuel environment, but unlike commercial gyms where most guys are there to look good and check out the girls, these guys are only interested in getting stronger.

It's also a very supportive environment, no one cares how much you can lift or what you look like but will respect anyone who puts in the work.

I'd definitely recommend hiring a powerlifting coach and finding a specialist gym.

Dont be fooled into thinking heavy weights will make you big and bulky, that's down to diet.

Calorie deficit and 3 to 4 times a week weight training will strip off the unwanted weight quick and tone you up to.

Daddy

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By *naswingdressWoman
over a year ago

Manchester (she/her)

Fitting so it doesn't get in the way, but not too tight. Breathable. Definitely not teeny tiny.

No makeup. I'm there to work out not look pretty.

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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

"I'm a bit of a chubster and wouldn't be seen dead in a little crop top! I wear high waist Nike sports leggings (I have long and cropped) plus a sports t-shirt that wicks sweat - not skin tight but a bit fitted. I have an Under Armour one and one from M&S's sports range. I tried Decathlon, but their XL women's t-shirt was so tiny, it would maybe have fitted a size 10?! My experience as a bigger woman plus a wheelchair user is that no-one else gives a crap and they just focus on their own work out. "

Oh thank you for your honesty at finding some clothing so ridiculous in sizes... me too!

Ok- so try not to give a fuck as no one else is?

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By *uenevereWoman
over a year ago

Scunthorpe

Oh thank you for your honesty at finding some clothing so ridiculous in sizes... me too!

Ok- so try not to give a fuck as no one else is?

Pretty much

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By *ustKeepSwinging999Couple
over a year ago

Basingstoke

Yoga pants / gym leggings, a good sports bra (or2 if Zumba for example -the girls like to jiggle!), baggy sleeveless gym top. No make up -You're there for a reason.

Tend to find the ones wearing make up or posing get more people gawking at them (for the wrong reasons) than those that are just sweatily getting on with a workout

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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

Gosh!

Yet again, the women (and men) on this site have blown me away by your support and kindness!

Thank you for everyone’s gentle and compassionate comments.

Ok- I’m doing it! I’m off to join for a month and see how I do.

I will try to take everyone’s positive thoughts with me... which I am certain I will need to take me through the doors and walk towards that first machine...

Oh gosh!

Big steps xx

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By *luebellRacerCouple
over a year ago

Shropshire

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By *inky_couple2020Couple
over a year ago

North West

Oh thank you for your honesty at finding some clothing so ridiculous in sizes... me too!

Ok- so try not to give a fuck as no one else is?

I'm a dress size 16, sometimes 18. I wear the XL Nike leggings and L/XL Under Armour top. My M&S is dress sized so I got an 18 for less fitted. Very few wheelchair users are found in gyms (shame actually), but no-one has commented, pointed or even initiated much conversation. I have no idea if the huge PT guy I work with has anything to do with that, but I see women and men of all ages and sizes just getting on with their own thing.

Take the plunge!

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By *rmrs1234Couple
over a year ago

Waterford

Have a serious mum tum after my four. I usually wear gym shark leggings high waisted one. kinda sucks things in (thank gods) i usually have a sports bra and i have a couple of under armour and gymshark sleeveless ones. I sweat like a pig doing weights, I stick on my headphones, work out, go home. I barely notice anyone else around me. and most others dont look around them either. there are people of all shapes and sizes in the gym. and tbh i think my OH has gotten more looks in the gym than i ever have lol

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By *eliciousladyWoman
over a year ago

Sometimes U.K

I can assure you that others in the gym are focused on their own workout, not how you look.

My outfits tend to be Adidas fitted shorts or 3/4 length leggings (Asda do a great range) with a racer back top.

I tend to wear a cap to show others that I’m not interested in conversation and WiFi headphones.

Go for it OP, your work out garden pictures are super

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By *naswingdressWoman
over a year ago

Manchester (she/her)

"Gosh!

Yet again, the women (and men) on this site have blown me away by your support and kindness!

Thank you for everyone’s gentle and compassionate comments.

Ok- I’m doing it! I’m off to join for a month and see how I do.

I will try to take everyone’s positive thoughts with me... which I am certain I will need to take me through the doors and walk towards that first machine...

Oh gosh!

Big steps xx"

Good luck

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

We go to the gym for the same reason to improve ourselves.

Fellow gym goers wont judge.

Unless your a stick insect a pair of yoga pants and a t-shirt.

Nobody will notice.

Go and enjoy the gym.

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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

Oh dear girls..

It didn’t go well.

Sad face!

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By *naswingdressWoman
over a year ago

Manchester (she/her)

"Oh dear girls..

It didn’t go well.

Sad face!"

Tomorrow is a new day. You ok?

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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

"Oh dear girls..

It didn’t go well.

Sad face!

Tomorrow is a new day. You ok?"

Yes- thank you for your love and care.

Grand scheme of things it’s tiny.

Just disappointed

Oh well!

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I like my space in a gym the one I use has every other machine tapped out of use.

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By *naswingdressWoman
over a year ago

Manchester (she/her)

"Oh dear girls..

It didn’t go well.

Sad face!

Tomorrow is a new day. You ok?

Yes- thank you for your love and care.

Grand scheme of things it’s tiny.

Just disappointed

Oh well!

You'll get there. Keep going x

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Don't know why you're stressing... It matters not a jot what anyone else thinks surely?

You're there to improve you not the view for others.

Just wear what you feel comfortable wearing

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By *etite_delightWoman
over a year ago

BunnyLand

I wear leggings and sleeveless tops with a sports bra and no make-up. I don’t feel the need to look attractive for anyone in the gym but comfortable enough to work out.

T-shirts are so uncomfortable and I would feel like I’m looking for a hook-up if I work-out with just sports bra. That’s my personal thinking

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

The sexiest thing a girl can wear is confidence!

You go to the gym to work out, so wear something that allows you to do that- no other considerations are necessary! Girls that gym for fitness and wellbeing deserve respect- there's too much nonsense these days. The gym isn't for Instagram and posing, and that applies no matter what gender you are.

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By *ily WhiteWoman
over a year ago

I'm like most ladies on here, I wear gym leggings and a sleeveless top that's not tight but not too baggy. I've been away from the gym for far too long (never really got back into it after an injury a few years ago), so when I'm ready I'm going to book some PT sessions - partly for the workout program, mainly for the kick up the arse I need, but also so I'm not walking into a new gym for the first time not knowing where anything is

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"The sexiest thing a girl can wear is confidence!

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By *inky_couple2020Couple
over a year ago

North West

"Oh dear girls..

It didn’t go well.

Sad face!"

Oh no! Hope nothing too drastic?

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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

"Oh dear girls..

It didn’t go well.

Sad face!

Oh no! Hope nothing too drastic? "

Nothing in grand scheme of things.

But I don’t think that gym is for me....

I think I’m not emotionally ready either and the tears came too fast.

Another time- but thank you all for the support x

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By *inky_couple2020Couple
over a year ago

North West

"Oh dear girls..

It didn’t go well.

Sad face!

Oh no! Hope nothing too drastic?

Nothing in grand scheme of things.

But I don’t think that gym is for me....

I think I’m not emotionally ready either and the tears came too fast.

Another time- but thank you all for the support x"

Have you considered outdoor workouts or PT? A totally different vibe but still other people around to pull you along. Chin up xxx

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By *naswingdressWoman
over a year ago

Manchester (she/her)

It's a difficult time. Gyms can be for anyone. No pressure, but, we've got you if you want support x

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Do what makes you comfortable and stuff what others think and get on it

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By *acey_RedWoman
over a year ago

Liverpool

I wear gym leggings, a sports bra and a gym tshirt. I don't like too loose or too tight really. I don't wear make up either. Stings my eyes if I keep it on in the gym.

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By *acey_RedWoman
over a year ago

Liverpool

"Nike bottoms every time. Have a few pics of myself on our profile.

Cant wear just a sports bra....muffin top alert. I wear alot of Under Armour tops.

Love the new green Nike leggings.

MsD"

I love under armour tops. They don't go out of shape and the hems always last.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Goodness me wear what feels comfortable and is jolly well fit for the job , what other people think doesn't matter

I wear lycra to cycle and I'm sure some mock us older chaps in lycra . It's comfortable has padding built in

and the compression gear is good for cycling

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Just wear whatever you want, its a gym

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By *.D.I.D.A.SMan
over a year ago

London/Essex... ish... Romford to be exact

If I see someone work out properly, they have my respect and admiration regardless of what they look like or what they are wearing. If they fuck about on their phones, chat and hog the machines and take videos and selfies then, sorry, I'm gonna judge you for being a nob.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Sorry I have to say this it may come across as mean but it’s a pet peeve off mine

Ur there to work out not win a modeling contest so whare what ever is confterble and flexible for full rage off movement

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I look like a hobo when I'm in the gym

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By *ittle_brat_evie!!Woman
over a year ago

evesham

Massively over thinking it. Wear what you are comfortable in and what will allow you to train safely.

I generally wear shorts or capri leggings (can't concentrate if my legs get hot

) and some form of t shirt or vest top and I'm 4 times your size!

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By *ryingitout19Man
over a year ago

Wales

From my experience, most people are more concerned with what they look like themselves than what everyone else looks like, so you’re not alone in thinking like this but rest assured everyone else is too. Wear what is comfortable, work as hard as you’re body allows you too and do it for you. Your confidence will soon come back. Don’t worry about everyone else!

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By *orny PTMan
over a year ago

Peterborough

Gym bunnies on instaglam are not helping normal people. They think that a face full of slap and false lashes are gonna drag other normal women into the gyms...the reverse will happen. they will be to self conscientious to enter. Hence this post.

It's a gym, not a bleeding cat walk. And that applies to some of the men too. Yes, I know that body builders are image obbessed.

Sweat is good B.O isn't. Smell nice, feel the burn, shower, then feel that glow!

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By *naswingdressWoman
over a year ago

Manchester (she/her)

"I look like a hobo when I'm in the gym

Same

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