Gym Etiquette

Slamming weights, grunting with each lift, and leaving sweat behind to "mark your machine" are only a few of the many faux pas witnessed in any fitness gym. Practicing gym etiquette displays knowledge in equipment use, efficient workout techniques, and respect for other individuals. Listed below are three tips to get you started: 

Proper care of equipment.

Wipe down equipment. Use disinfectant after each use, regardless of how much you sweat. This practice displays good hygiene and decreases the spread of germs.

Pick up equipment. This includes, but is not limited to: weights, medicine balls, resistance bands, plyometric boxes, etc. Place them in their designated area so they are accessible for the next user. It is not the employees responsibility to pick up after each use.

Do not misuse equipment. Ask an employee on staff. They can answer any questions you have about proper equipment use. 

Practice good hygiene.

Shower regularly and wear deodorant.

Do not wear excessive cologne/perfume. The gym can be hot and stuffy, adding cologne and perfume to the mix is less than desirable.

Consideration for others.

Be considerate of how long you are on a machine. There are not enough machines for every gym-goer to use at one time. Work in sets with others to accommodate both individuals.

ExRx.net provides some excellent gym etiquette tips and scenarios. Follow the link to read more: ExRx.net Gym Etiquette.

Reference:
Gym Etiquette: 11 Common Faux Pas. Breaking News and Opinion on The Huffington Post. Retrieved February 13, 2013, from http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2011/07/14/gym-etiquette_n_897580.html#s308176&title=Leaving_Sweat_On