Unsurprisingly,
gyms are filled with people who have the potential to score high on the
intimidation scale. Try going for a quick stroll inside the gym, you will be
attacked with not only provoking looks and take-no-prisoners stares, but also
some out of the ordinary lingo that would even add more insult to injury. Here is a gym lingo series that would make you walk around the gym like a pro. Be on the look out for the rest of the series, ya' heard!
The
Crowd:
Bodybuilder:
This is an easy one. You can easily spot them by their X-shaped frames and
bulging biceps.
Powerlifter:
They can single-handedly do a lot of things. They prefer to do two things: Math
(in the multiples of 45 lbs), and compete in squats, deadlifts, and bench
presses.
CrossFitter:
These super motivated specimens slam their workouts hard with tens to hundreds
of reps of high intensity functional movements including pull-ups, box jumps,
Olympic lifts, and burpees.
Power
Couple: His and hers workout has got a matched level of intensity. Look out for synchronized movements with lots of starry-eyed high
fives (get a home gym, please!)
Personal
Trainer: With their distinctive t-shirts, level of fitness, knowledge, and
leadership skills, those certified pros help clients achieve their fitness goals
through safe and effective exercise techniques.
Spin
Head: A lot of sleek, logoed spandex involved. These spinning enthusiasts seek
out that high-intensity, peddle-pounding burn.
Gym
Rat: These workout-aholics will do whatever it takes to get their daily dose of
burn. You can spot then morning, noon, and night, maneuvering the floor and
hopping on from one exercise to another with a cool “I know what’s up” swag.
Mr. Varsity:
If anyone’s got game, it’s this guy. Rocking a “big man on campus” cockiness,
this all-star athlete puts on a well-rehearsed show of weights, plyometrics,
track work, and ofcourse, a few winks here and there for the ladies.
Weekend
Warrior: The mid-week grind is all that keeps those ones from going
full-throttle. Check out their weekend grind though, it involves a range of
intense, strenuous workouts.
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