Bulletproof For BJJ Podcast The Downfall Of Gym Etiquette
Oct 20, 2025
The discussion highlights how gym etiquette reflects societal health, with poor behavior seen as a warning sign. A personal encounter over weight-sharing sparks thoughts on the importance of social gestures like eye contact. The hosts stress the necessity of situational awareness to prevent accidents and enhance community. They offer practical etiquette rules and advocate for friendliness to foster connections. Small actions, like returning weights, can significantly shift gym culture for the better.
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Gym Etiquette As Social Barometer
- JT argues gym etiquette reflects broader social cohesion and signals societal decline when it erodes.
- The gym acts as a microcosm where decorum reveals community health.
Old Lifter Who Took Weights Without Asking
- JT describes a middle-aged lifter who took weights from his squat rack without asking and defended the gym's "fair game" culture.
- JT confronted him politely and the exchange revealed differing gym etiquette norms.
Ask Before Taking Equipment And Stay Aware
- When you need equipment, ask the person using it instead of grabbing it while they're resting.
- Remove headphones and stay aware so you notice others and avoid safety issues.