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So this might be a bit of a novel- I'm 24, a guy, and I'm an engineering technician. I have high astigmatism and really bad farsightedness, and cannot pass the peripheral vision portion of the driving exam to save my life. I'm 5'7" and in shape but thin (I bike to work from my condo any day it isn't storming out and play in my company's soccer league, do light workouts and go hiking all the time). On top of other things, being unable to drive (and not being able to do anything about it) is super frustrating. It's usually a total dealbreaker for most women I talk to. my shortness is sometimes a problem too. Having a rough family life and constantly working full-time while commuting via bus or train to full-time engineering school just to pay my tuition and bills left me pretty much no time for relationships the past 5 years. I'm out now, at a job I like, in a great area and have a nice place and a short bike commute to work. I should add that in a virgin- a couple girls I wasn't attracted to have wanted to sleep with me but I know that I wouldn't be happy dating them (mostly personality traits or hygiene or weight issues), so I've declined. So no experience in the bedroom department either. Keeping in-shape and having a goal, and taking care of my appearance and health are important to me, so I'm not going to settle for less in a woman. I'm not complaining about my situation, I'm actually super lucky to be where I am in my career and personal life, and to still be alive in general. I just want a couple honest opinions here so I can make a choice. Should I stop pursuing a relationship casually and save myself grief and wasted time, money and effort? Or should I hold out for "her?"

So, I realize that it takes a multitude of various types of people to male the world go round. If it weren't for this variety, suffice it to say that life would be pretty dull. My question is mostly directed towards men however, I encourage the ladies out there to chime in wherever they feel the notion to do so.

So, I'm somewhat of a gym rat and I understand that not everyone will share my taste (s) but, I've noticed that (via gym small talk) when I share my appreciation for the true female gym rat form (read, the crossfit/powerlifter/female bodybuilder) more often than not I get an odd look from my fellow 'rat'. For me, there is just NOTHING sexier than seeing a woman who comes to the gym to workout (not chit chat, flirt, or socialize) and absolutely OWNS (lift heavy, use free weights with impeccable form, etc.) her workout. Its not just the physical/visual results but the accompanying mentality of said female 'rat'. I'm just wondering why I get such an odd reaction from other men for my preference?

My opinion on the subject is this: I think many men are often intimidated (both mentally and physically) by a strong woman. Guys, once again I realize everyone has differing opinions and tastes but, am I right or just waaay off base?

Is my attraction/appreciation truly an anomaly or are other guys just hesitant to admit to such an attraction?

Here are a few links to the 'type' to which I am referring...

https://games2009.crossfit.com/Games08_gillianthruster_th.jpg

https://stapletonion.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/03/crossfit-women-start-security-force.jpg

Please feel free to answer anon or not.
Please be respectful
Please do not flame
Please be honest

Finally, I realize that not all women have the same goals with regards to their physiques. All too often women associate lofting weights with, 'getting bulky' (I'll leave this myth alone today for another post lol). There is absolutely no hate here regarding anyone's preference.