I had a similar experience with boxing. We all suffer together, and anyone who makes an effort deserves to be helped. Strong bros are nice people.
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DaddleDew@lemmy.world 5 months ago
Actually strong people don’t need to belittle others around them to feel stronger.
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TheDoozer@lemmy.world 5 months ago
My experience with people who are really into working out is that they want everyone to be into working out, and want to help you get there. They’re nerds for lifting. They’re excited to get you excited.
Anyone who shit-talks you for not already being great at it is a fucking poser and you should tell them that.
irish_link@lemmy.world 5 months ago
“Nerds for lifting” I fucking love that and feel that.
Protoknuckles@lemmy.world 5 months ago
Everyone’s a nerd for something, I firmly believe that.
ArmoredThirteen@lemmy.ml 5 months ago
Bouldering gyms are like this too. The best climbers are the ones stopping what they’re doing to cheer for and hype up the beginners. Mostly very wholesome group
ClockworkOtter@lemmy.world 5 months ago
Also a handy excuse to give the arms a break!
Vinny_93@lemmy.world 5 months ago
Same here. The real gym bros will take their time with someone who is not fit because you actually showing up to the gym, to them is a sign you want to work on yourself and they value that.
boonhet@lemm.ee 5 months ago
Not to mention many of them probably have been you; out of shape, showing up to the gym for the first time.
Fizz@lemmy.nz 5 months ago
Nerds for lifting describes it perfectly. My friend and I used to being a notebook to the gym to track our lifts and sets. It was a vibe and I’ve never been able to match that energy solo.
Trainguyrom@reddthat.com 5 months ago
My brother in law does strongman competitions, lifting hundreds or thousands of pounds at a time. I joked once about how I might be able to lift the bar that you put the weights onto (he said it was about 75lbs) and his response was a very positive “you have to start somewhere”