What do you guys think of big people at the gym?

Question

I'm a bigger girl but I've been going to the gym the gym the last 3 or 4 months trying to get healthier. I've lost 25 pounds and I feel great. And I love going to the gym but I always feel like I'm being judged when I'm there, like people are wondering why this fat girl is here... well duh, to lose weight and get fit! I'm just wondering if my thoughts are just me being paranoid or if there is some truth to it. Either way I'm still gonna go in and sweat my ass off (literally... haha!)

skullly · Accepted Answer

I never judge people at the gym, cause if they're there it's cause they want to better themselves, either in appearance or in health, so both a good cause... The only 3 problems I have with "some" people at the gym, are those who don't wear deodorant and fumigate the entire place... real! gross! and also those who sit at machines to be on their phone, and you need to use it.. like WTF? why are you even here if you're half of the time on your phone, go use it in the bathroom or something, but don't occupy the equipment if you're not gonna use it... and the third, when people sweat soooo much and don't clean up after they use it, leaving it all sweaty and filthy and you're next... ewwwwk! xD

ANYWAY!! congrats on your accomplishment. Don't mind what others think, keep your mind set to achieve whatever you're set out to do.

kaylaS91 · Accepted Answer

I probably wouldn't think any differently of you than I would of anyone else working out around me. It's true that it's virtually impossible not to judge most people around you, regardless of your gender, race, weight, appearance, etc.. If anyone does happen to have the thought about why you're there crossing their mind, I wouldn't let it bother you.

In the end, everyone is wanting to attain a healthier, nicer looking body, the only difference being that some start from a different set point. Try to get in a mind-set when you get to the gym where you just focus on your work-out and relaxing, sort of meditative versus worrying about what those around you may be thinking. :)

WesTheGuru · Accepted Answer

If I ever look at a bigger person in the gym I'm either impressed they're making a lifestyle change, or trying to find a subtle non offensive way to correct their form.

People don't realize how important correct form is to getting the most out of your workouts workout, but it's so hard to correct someone's form without coming off as an asshole lol.

You're doing a great job :). Look at it this way: if you see these people once and never again then they obviously aren't as dedicated as you are to a healthier lifestyle, and if you see these people every day they get to see you progress over time! If you think their looks are judgmental, watch their looks change over the year or more you go to the gym and be proud of yourself

WhiteSteve · Accepted Answer

Congrats on the weight loss! I have nothing but respect for anyone at the gym. That person is always a step ahead of someone who just stayed home and sat on the couch. You're most likely paranoid about people judging you. Anyone who does is clearly an idiot whose opinion you shouldn't care about anyway. I used to be a personal trainer, and I told all my clients "check your ego at the door." Don't compare yourself to where others are, and don't worry what anyone else is thinking, just PUT IN WORK. Congrats again and keep up the great work!👍

Nicgafpb · Accepted Answer

I always go and hit on the heavier girls at the gym. I call it investing in my future. Bc once she's sexy and fit and getting all the guys, she'll remember that I used to think she was hot even before she lost those pounds... ;) hahaha!!

Anonymous · Answer

I'm like hell at least they're there. I think they're awesome

Apart from there's this one old lady that goes to my gym and she's always lifting weights and never makes any progress she's still flabby and chubby and she goes to the gym like 5 days a week. I just genuinely feel bad for her because she's been going to the gym since like January and made very, very little progress, but maybe that's because she's like 70 years old. I hear the older you get the harder it gets to lose weight/build muscle.

BelleGirl21 · Answer

I think they are awesome. I've made friends with some of them. I am very impressed by their determination and efforts. It is not an easy thing to do. I love seeing them there!
Way to go for you! Just keep being consistent and you'll see the results you want soon enough!

cth96190 · Answer

I am always pleased to see heavier people at a gymnasium, because it means that they have made the decision to do something about it, which shows awareness and strength of character (if they persist with fitness and weight loss).
Only an idiot would jeer or sneer at a larger person who was working to do something about their situation. Such idiots are unworthy of a moment of your time.

DodgersGM · Answer

Honestly, those people aren't thinking much about you at all. They're really not. Those are just your insecurities rearing their ugly heads.

If I'm exercising I usually don't pay all that much attention to other people to begin with, but if I do see someone that is a little out of shape, I simply think to myself "wow, they're working on getting into shape; that's great!!!"

Anonymous · Answer

No. I actually really respect girls who are there to lose weight. If I could talk openly to them, I'd say "atta girl".
You know whom I judge? Fat girls who eat twice as much as I do.
I feel a bit insecure at the gym too, everyone is buff, and lifting heavy weights, and I'm a scrawny guy who lifts the empty barbell. But I always remember, the journey of a thousand miles starts with a single step.

ScruffyNerfHerder · Answer

I work out at home now, but when I was going to gyms:

1) I was too busy to pay attention to what other people were doing
2) If there was someone bigger, the typical thought was "good for them"--hard to think down on someone who's taking action to improve.

badger25 · Answer

No most of us are too busy getting our own workouts in. But yeah you should be really proud of yourself. If people are staring eventually it will be because you look really really good in workout clothes

Thewhitestdudeever · Answer

Personally I know how you feel, im a bit overweight myself. What I would tell you is just keep doing what your doing because one of these days those same people are going to see a whole new you and their minds will change soon.

sammy_31 · Answer

Oh Em Gee I feel so happy because they want to do something great! Most of the time they have EVEN MORE motivation then me! I applaud them. :D

atomique · Answer

I get a little judge (not a real word) when someone is doing an exercise wrong or walking instead or jogging (except senior citizens ). I am an awful person

decemberxblue · Answer

I commend them. This insecurity is common for overweight people, and not allowing potential judgment to deter them from their goals is admirable. It's not about where you start it's where you finish.

Ihav2fart · Answer

People judge regardless of where you are. I applaud you for the effort!

skaterd · Answer

Good for them, if its themselves they want to change and make better, then they've come to the right place.

jammasterjay · Answer

I ain't gonna laugh at them for doing something about it. Sometimes I laugh at people's form though.

YOVANILLA · Answer

When I see bigger people in the gym I think good for them, except the ones I see everyday and have looked exactly the same for months or years.

ZepFan16 · Answer

I'm proud of you keep up the good work. That is one of the reasons I don't go to the gym because I feel look down on because I'm a big guy

Pepmeister · Answer

I think that these people want to change their lives and want to improve their health

Anonymous · Answer

i would go to the gym i don't care who talks, just remember talk is cheap let them talk

nickstaa · Answer

I don't care , and all I think is good on them for putting in the hard work👌

PANDAmonium · Answer

I think its awesome. Good for them for putting out the effort to try and be healthier people.

knotme · Answer

No I don't worry about that.

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