People Watching at the Gym

Usually when I go to workout at the gym, I go at around the same time of day based on my schedule. During this time I have noticed "the regulars" who are also working out at the same time as me. These regulars all have their own nicknames that I have given them, or that I have learned nicknames of from my brothers or friends. Although I do not know these people personally, they all provide entertainment: Cali, Wrist doctor, The Pro, The Powerlifters, Crossfit Guy, Ripped Old(er) Lady, The Confederate Flag Biker guys, Brett Michaels, etc etc. Sometimes I wonder if other people are thinking of nicknames for me as well?! Probably! I guess that is the beauty of people watching...making an association with the regulars. I have come to really appreciate these people! My workouts are strength training based, so it's very interesting to see all the variations of lifts (some I have never seen before), facial expressions, form and volumes of grunting and breathing (yikes)!

 The one thing I have noticed about the gym staff, in particular the personal trainers, is that a majority of them do NOT correct form with their clients. Usually I see their heads on a swivel, not paying attention to their client, checking the clock, or writing things down in a workout journal. I realize that this happens a lot and wonder to myself if these trainers have any idea what proper form and technique really is. Sometimes I wonder if they just hire anybody with a personal training certificate...which is really sad!

Now that my mornings will consist of stairclimbing, I am very excited to be silently introduced to the early morning crowd..maybe I'll come up with some even better nicknames and post them on here under comments.