Snapshot from my gym

[sabrinamari]

Overheard at the gym this morning after 5 sets of barbell squats, 4 sets of leg extensions, 3 sets of leg presses, 2 sets of 3-part leg press calf raises and 2 sets of 3-part seated calf raises, with 6 sets of standing leg curls and glute kickbacks to go:

"I don't really feel the need to use this."

...pronounced by a portly, 40-ish looking woman examining a 20-lb. barbell with distaste.

I almost collapsed from laughter, both in empathy (I know exactly how she feels) and disbelief (come on, lady, you hired that trainer to help you!).

Dear gods...

Comments

[spiffnolee.livejournal.com]

I hurt just reading your list of sets. Wow!

I try to make sure I complain to my trainer with a smile on my face. SO that she knows when I'm telling her about actual pain or limits, as opposed to whining.

[sabrinamari.livejournal.com]

I get it. It's not bad to speak up for your limits---it's just also important to be willing to push yourself. From our conversations, I think you've achieved a good balance between these two things, Lee. I really can't imagine you whining!