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Shelly Fourer

Cringe Gym Encounter Helps Guy Finally Understand Why Women Say ‘Don’t Approach Us’

Is it okay to for men to approach women at the gym? It depends on who you ask… In the blue corner, those who feel guys should just stay in their lane and focus on their workouts. The red corner is somewhat divided. A few there believe some small talk never hurt anyone, and the others are all for a full-on flirting session while flexing their muscles.

One man recently admitted that he never really understood the “don’t approach women at the gym” rule, mainly because he considers gym to be a semi-social place. That’s until he witnessed what he described as a “bald man in his 50s” flirting with a woman who appeared to be half the man’s age. The guy’s argument was was going strong until he made a comment that some netizens found questionable. Some were left wondering whether he really does understand.

Many women prefer not to be approached while working out at the gym

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