So this single gal has been hitting the gym fairly consistently in an effort to improve my heart. I figure if dating doesn’t work, then some good ol’ cardio can help my mission! I found this great article addressing how to be a polite gym user from who else, Emily Post. Check out the post here: http://www.emilypost.com/everyday/tips_gym.htm. I really enjoy the bullet about not flirting. I couldn’t agree more! There are tons of dating books driving men and women to gyms all in the attempt in meeting the love of their life. I can say in all honesty that there are a million places I would rather be hit on that at the gym. I am sweaty and trying to catch my breath. (Maybe this physical state is okay in other dating scenarios but not when you are trying pick up or be picked up!)
I am a believer in good etiquette, but I never thought about the gym. Great tips overall!
During the winter months, the gym is usually busier and more crowded. Exercising at a health club or fitness center calls for considering those around you. Here’s how:
This is the number one “do” and the most important etiquette rule at the gym: Wipe up your sweat, please! This includes mats and machines. Keep a towel with you at all times. No one wants to sit or lie in someone else’s sweat.
Don’t hog the weight machines.
When others want to use them, agree to rotate your sets.
Do reset the weight machines back to a low setting.
Otherwise, the next person may have to spend resetting them—or worse—could injure themselves by trying to lift a weight that’s too heavy.
Do limit your time on the treadmill or other cardio machines to 20-30 minutes if others are waiting for a turn.
Don’t flirt.
If you’re into flirting, and you find a receptive party, flirt only when you won’t be disturbing others around you. If you try to strike up a conversation with someone you find attractive and he or she gives you the brush off (no matter how politely), drop your overture then and there.
Don’t stare. Staring makes people very uncomfortable and most people want to work out unnoticed. If another person becomes aware of your “look” then you are looking too hard.
Do obey the fitness center’s rules.
These may include wearing correct workout shoes, not using cell phones, and signing in at the front desk.
Do think about how you smell!
Arrive clean, remember to apply deodorant, and lay off the perfume and cologne (the aromas get stronger as you work up a sweat).
Be careful using sprays in the locker room. Out of concern for members with asthma or allergies, limit the use of perfumes, hairsprays and other spray products to a minimum.
Don’t be late for personal training sessions and group fitness classes.
Do your part to keep the gym and locker room clean.
Keep your clothes and other personal items stored in lockers. Clean up after yourself in the showers, sinks, and changing areas. Deposit used towels in their receptacles.
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Is a hunt for the right apartment. Which is my current project: Finding the perfect “first” place of this single gal’s life. There are so many pressures… the neighborhood, the shoe storage and the kitchen to have cereal in. (The one meal I can make to perfection.)
But, just like love, when you know it…you know it. I am pretty excited because I think I may have found my ideal apartment. It is in an older building with a fireplace, hardwood floors and a killer kitchen. Oh, and of course…plenty of storage for all of my shoes. Here are a few pictures. Fingers crossed that it all works out! =)
Last night apart from flirting with bartenders and drinking my favorite Irish Whiskey (hint, begins with a “J”), I slipped into the role of my least favorite person to be around: Debbie Downer. I found myself complaining about being single and my personal favorite dying alone. Yes, looking back I see how this was just slightly over dramatic. (Okay, maybe fairly dramatic.)
Fortunately, I was with friends who pretty much called me on my shit saying, “You are being Debbie right now. Knock it off.”
See, even I am not perfect when it comes to confidence at every moment of every day. We all have something to work on.
Not for “D-day”, but instead for the dreaded holiday of “V-Day”….
I refuse to be a sad single lady on Valentine’s Day. I refuse to find myself on that Sunday night curled up in a ball with my Snuggie and every chick flick ever created while I sob into my bottle(s) of wine. I refuse to compare myself with all of the “happy” couples in the world on this day who take all that bandwidth in media to repeat, “I love you.” Over and over again.
Instead, I plan on owning the Valentine’s Day of 2010 for just what it is: Aday where I celebrate all of the people that I love… in every sense of the word. For all you singles out there, I will be posting my tips and advice for rocking this Valentine’s Day to be the best one ever. (Yes, very similar to my Christmas post a few months ago.)
One thing on my agenda, seeing this star-studded movie with one of my best single girl friends. Yes, it’s a chick-flick….but with Bradley Cooper, who cares!
Recently I came across a great article at LemonDrop.com, describing all of the best places to get physical where you may get caught. First, a laughed out loud. What a silly concept to even blog about…but then I started thinking, what a great example of sheer Risky Business, and I don’t mean dancing in your Calvin Kleins. There are tips for getting it on at AppleBee’s , a Road Trip or a Bar (always a classic choice…). Take a look at the article and prepared to be inspired to take a walk on the wild side.
Do I endorse such behavior? Potentially….as long as it’s with someone who you trust otherwise that dance on the wild side could come back to get you in the future.
And of course, I just have to ask… how many of my listeners have engaged in PDA beyond holding hands or casual peck? As always, the survey is anonymous… be honest!
Remember, what’s the worst that can happen? In this case… jail time or a major fine so if you choose to partake in public hanky panky, have a friend on speed dial to bail you out…
One month in, and I am now finally posting to the blog. First and foremost, I am truly sorry my lovely readers. Life (as many of you know) is busy…filled with deadlines, bosses and things called blind dates. One of which I just went on last weekend….happy new year to me.
This single girl, is in fact, still single and hunting for love. I am writing on love here and still podcasting on relationships and love with my trusty sidekick Ben. If you haven’t listened to our podcast, you really need to. Check it out at: http://pennyandben.podbean.com/. In our last Episode, #25, I discuss that I just can’t seem to land a second date, no matter how hard I try.
But, I promise…I will prevail. I will continue to be a champion for love. Even if 2010 doesn’t turn out to be the year that I meet my soul mate, I promise that I will have one hell of a time figuring it all out. Oh, and of course, my shoes will be nothing short of amazing.
For any long time blog reader, you will know how I am simply obsessed with shoes. (In fact, I have been talking about them since one of my very first posts.) I am especially in love with beautiful pieces of art that go beyond shoes which are carefully placed on your feet. When a woman wears sexy high heels she actually walks differently. Some could argue with more discomfort, but for the true high heeled veterans we know better.
When you wear a pair of high heels that fits perfectly, your stride is confident, your posture is defined and to put it simply: You own the room. I cannot think of a sexier piece of ammunition than that.
Ah. It is the most wonderful time of the year. With the mistletoe hung from the ceiling with care romance just seems to be in the air. If you are single (like myself) do not fret or become a Debbie Downer. Instead, take part in the merriment and fun that the holiday season is.
I wish my beloved readers a very magical holiday season filled with love and surprises with a 2010 to match.
Yup. I am including knitting on my list of sexy things. Now before you laugh and delete me from your Google Reader, stick with me.
I am a self proclaimed knitter. I am not very good, but I am trying to improve. Through my attempts (yes, attempts) I am working on my creativitiy and imagination when it comes to taking a ball of yarn and making it into something (typically a scarf in my case). That creativity, imagination and vision can be applied to other areas of my life than just knitting.
From planning a fun date to being a risk taker behind closed doors, it’s sexy to approach life with a bit of imaginiation. Besides, it’s always good to have a hobby or two.
