DONT STARE

289. DONT STARE Although you are not going into a jungle, gyms do occasionally get frequented by animals! Even if some bodybuilder does have a great physique, try not to stare. As primates, most humans do not like to be stared at. Staring is a sign of aggression and provocation. It would be better to go over and compliment the person's physique and ask him how he built it, rather than staring continuously from across the gym. Another reason not to stare is that homophobia is rampant in bodybuilding gyms. That seemingly innocent stare on your part could be taken as a sign of sexual interest You don't want some 250-pound bodybuilder getting the wrong idea! In addition, most females go to the gym to train, not to be stared at. Staring men is the reason for the proliferation of "women only" gyms. Gym clothes are often tight or provocative, but don't take that as a come-on. You don't want to be charged with stalking or harassment, and you don't want the gym to ask you not to come back.