Most people go to the gym to focus on fitness and health. Unfortunately there are some members who feel like they're in their own personal playground. You know the type: from the grunters to the hoverers to those that never quit talking. Going to the gym to endure lack of respect is not what you signed up for.

Be a Rule Follower

Fitness establishments have their own set of written and unwritten rules. Know the rules, and follow them.

Good Gym Etiquette

Good gym etiquette means being thoughtful of others who share your gym - whether they work out at the same time as you, or come in after.

make your workout enjoyable

Do These Things

Wear gym appropriate clothing
Wipe down equipment when you are done
Pick up after yourself - put equipment away in the right place
Respect personal space
Respect everyone's time
Be mindful of your surroundings
Keep cell phone conversations and loud music private
Exercise good hygiene by wearing deodorant and clean odor free clothes
Selfies - try to be discreet about them
Help others out - befriend people when you can
Above all - be kind and considerate

Do Not Do These Things

Do not go to the gym when sick
Do not shower without flip-flops
Do not spit in the drinking fountain
Do not show off
Do not drop weights on the floor
Do not sing out loud
Do not stare - it's creepy
Do not use equipment for anything but exercising
Do not hog equipment
Do not pressure someone into giving up equipment
Do not wear perfume or cologne
Do not correct people on their form
Do not take long showers
NBBOB (no bare butts on benches)