{"id":43444,"date":"2022-05-20T21:16:42","date_gmt":"2022-05-20T21:16:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/?p=43444"},"modified":"2025-11-28T11:54:08","modified_gmt":"2025-11-28T11:54:08","slug":"gym-etiquette","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/gym-etiquette\/","title":{"rendered":"Gym Etiquette: 10 Plus Dos And Don&#8217;ts You Should Know About"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_75 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/gym-etiquette\/#Get_your_personalized\" >Get your personalized<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/gym-etiquette\/#What_Is_Considered_Proper_Gym_Etiquette\" >What Is Considered Proper Gym Etiquette?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/gym-etiquette\/#Do_Put_Everything_Back_Where_It_Belongs\" >Do: Put Everything Back Where It Belongs<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/gym-etiquette\/#Dont_Hog_The_Equipment\" >Don&#8217;t: Hog The Equipment<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/gym-etiquette\/#Do_Wipe_Down_The_Equipment_After_You_Use_It\" >Do: Wipe Down The Equipment After You Use It<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/gym-etiquette\/#Dont_Leave_Your_Towel_On_The_Equipment\" >Don&#8217;t: Leave Your Towel On The Equipment<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/gym-etiquette\/#Do_Dress_Appropriately\" >Do: Dress Appropriately<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/gym-etiquette\/#Dont_Wear_Fragrances\" >Don&#8217;t: Wear Fragrances<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/gym-etiquette\/#Do_Be_Mindful_Of_The_Noise_You_Make\" >Do: Be Mindful Of The Noise You Make<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/gym-etiquette\/#Dont_Block_The_View_Of_The_Mirror\" >Don&#8217;t: Block The View Of The Mirror<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/gym-etiquette\/#Do_Show_Up_Clean_And_Fresh\" >Do: Show Up Clean And Fresh<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/gym-etiquette\/#Dont_Skip_The_Warm-Up\" >Don&#8217;t: Skip The Warm-Up<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/gym-etiquette\/#Dont_Ignore_The_Rules\" >Don&#8217;t: Ignore The Rules<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/gym-etiquette\/#Do_Be_Respectful_Of_Other_Peoples_Space\" >Do: Be Respectful Of Other People&#8217;s Space<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/gym-etiquette\/#Dont_Be_A_Distraction\" >Don&#8217;t: Be A Distraction<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/gym-etiquette\/#Do_Be_Friendly_While_Knowing_Your_Limits\" >Do: Be Friendly While Knowing Your Limits<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/gym-etiquette\/#Dont_Be_A_Know-It-All\" >Don&#8217;t: Be A Know-It-All<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/gym-etiquette\/#Do_Ask_For_Help_If_You_Need_It\" >Do: Ask For Help If You Need It<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/gym-etiquette\/#Dont_Workout_When_Youre_Sick\" >Don&#8217;t: Workout When You&#8217;re Sick<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/gym-etiquette\/#Do_Use_Common_Sense\" >Do: Use Common Sense<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/gym-etiquette\/#The_Bottom_Line\" >The Bottom Line<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The gym can be an intimidating place for a beginner. There are so many people working out, and everyone seems to have their own routine. It can be hard to know where to start, or even what to do. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What&#8217;s worse, you may worry about making a mistake and looking foolish. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fortunately, there are some basic dos and don&#8217;ts of gym etiquette that everyone should know. By following these simple rules, you can make your gym experience more enjoyable for yourself and those around you.<\/span><\/p>\n\n    <section class=\"ad-single-wrapper\">\n        <div class=\"ad-single-text ad-title-wrapper\">\n            <h3 class=\"ad-single-title\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Get_your_personalized\"><\/span>Get your personalized<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n            <span class=\"ad-single-sub-title color-green\">\n                <svg class=\"icon-sparkle\" width=\"36\" height=\"21\" viewBox=\"0 0 36 21\" fill=\"none\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\">\n                    <path fill-rule=\"evenodd\" clip-rule=\"evenodd\"\n                          d=\"M34.6837 0.515943C34.8247 0.835947 34.9421 1.16291 34.9891 1.48987C35.1417 2.64466 35.3179 6.51949 35.2592 7.29863C35.2592 7.53515 35.1887 7.7995 35.0243 8.01516C34.7307 8.39777 33.9791 8.4256 33.5681 8.07081C33.4154 7.94559 33.3215 7.77863 33.2745 7.61863C33.1453 7.15254 33.0396 6.68645 32.9809 6.22035C32.8165 4.81512 32.6638 3.40293 32.5581 1.9977C32.5229 1.53161 32.6051 1.05856 32.6991 0.592466C32.7695 0.244637 33.251 -0.0197144 33.6973 0.00115537C34.2257 0.0289818 34.5546 0.230723 34.6837 0.515943ZM18.6184 9.78225C18.5734 9.67557 18.5344 9.57528 18.4971 9.47956C18.4178 9.27568 18.3465 9.09257 18.2426 8.91267C16.7159 6.24133 14.2615 3.86217 11.4665 1.60128C11.1377 1.33693 10.7267 1.08649 10.2687 0.919531C10.0221 0.829095 9.52885 0.843009 9.247 0.933445C9.03562 1.00301 8.88295 1.27432 8.92992 1.42736C9.01213 1.71954 9.18828 2.01868 9.4349 2.28303C11.0555 4.02913 12.6879 5.76829 14.3437 7.50048C14.8308 8.0068 15.3395 8.50887 15.8473 9.01L15.8473 9.01001C15.9883 9.14921 16.1293 9.28833 16.2697 9.42746C16.4811 9.64311 16.7159 9.85181 16.9626 10.0466C17.2327 10.2692 17.6437 10.4014 18.0547 10.2553C18.0691 10.2501 18.0836 10.245 18.0981 10.2399C18.1097 10.2358 18.1213 10.2318 18.1329 10.2278C18.3785 10.1424 18.6184 10.0589 18.6184 9.78225ZM1.98942 20.1407C2.17783 20.1221 2.37674 20.105 2.58175 20.0875C2.99012 20.0525 3.42272 20.0154 3.84492 19.9598C6.34632 19.6259 8.84771 19.292 11.3374 18.9442C11.8776 18.8676 12.406 18.7355 12.8875 18.5824C13.5334 18.3807 13.7566 18.0954 13.6509 17.7824C13.5452 17.4694 13.1224 17.2746 12.3826 17.2676C11.8776 17.2607 11.3374 17.2676 10.8559 17.3372C7.69683 17.8102 4.5378 18.2972 1.3905 18.7911C1.03819 18.8468 0.674137 18.9442 0.404034 19.0833C-0.2771 19.4242 -0.065712 19.9598 0.803314 20.092C1.01858 20.1228 1.25262 20.1258 1.51135 20.1291C1.66195 20.131 1.82092 20.133 1.98942 20.1407Z\"\n                          fill=\"#17B991\"\/>\n                <\/svg>\n               meal plan!\n            <\/span>\n        <\/div>\n    \n        <div class=\"ad-single-text ad-desc-wrapper\">\n            <p class=\"ad-single-desc\">What's your main health goal?<\/p>\n            <a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2273&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Gym_Etiquette\" class=\"btn-ad btn-green\">Lose weight<\/a>\n            <a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2273&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Gym_Etiquette\" class=\"btn-ad btn-green\">Feel great<\/a>\n        <\/div>\n        <img class=\"ad-single-img\" alt=\"health-food\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"395\" height=\"383\" src=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/themes\/gridlove-child\/assets\/img\/ad\/health-food.webp\">\n    <\/section>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Is_Considered_Proper_Gym_Etiquette\"><\/span><strong>What Is Considered Proper Gym Etiquette?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Proper gym etiquette has a lot to do with how you treat <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/the-fitt-principle\/\">others around you<\/a>. It also includes being aware of your own hygiene and respecting the equipment.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In general, following these basic principles will help you to be a good gym citizen:<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_Put_Everything_Back_Where_It_Belongs\"><\/span><strong>Do: Put Everything Back Where It Belongs<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When you first walk into the gym, you&#8217;ll notice all sorts of equipment. Treadmills, weights, yoga mats, and more.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While you work out, you&#8217;ll need to use some of this equipment. But when you&#8217;re finished, it&#8217;s important to put everything back where it belongs.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This rule applies to both the small things (like weights and yoga mats) and the big things (like treadmills). Leaving your stuff lying around makes the gym look messy and can be dangerous for other people.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When you&#8217;re done with the treadmill, reset it to 0.0 mph and 0.0% incline. Wipe down any equipment you used with a disinfectant wipe (most gyms will have these available). And put away all the weights you used.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Read More:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/aqua-jogging-workouts\/\">What Are Aqua Jogging Workouts? The New Workout That All Runners Should Try<\/a><\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Dont_Hog_The_Equipment\"><\/span><strong>Don&#8217;t: Hog The Equipment<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The gym is meant to be a shared space. That means you shouldn&#8217;t spend the whole time on one piece of equipment. If you see someone waiting to use the treadmill, give them a chance.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Most people are happy to wait a few minutes, but if you&#8217;re hogging the equipment, they may not get a chance.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Don&#8217;t be that person! Be aware of others around you and try to share the space.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_Wipe_Down_The_Equipment_After_You_Use_It\"><\/span><strong>Do: Wipe Down The Equipment After You Use It<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Nobody wants to use a piece of equipment that&#8217;s covered in sweat. Not only is it gross, but it can also be dangerous (if someone slips, they could get injured).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fortunately, there&#8217;s an easy solution to this problem: wipes! Most gyms will have disinfectant wipes available, and you can use these to wipe down the equipment after you use it.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Dont_Leave_Your_Towel_On_The_Equipment\"><\/span><strong>Don&#8217;t: Leave Your Towel On The Equipment<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Leaving your towel on the equipment is just as bad as not wiping it down in the first place. It&#8217;s gross and it&#8217;s a surefire way to make someone else not want to use the machine after you.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you need to take a break, that&#8217;s fine. But be sure to remove your towel and any other belongings before you do.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2273&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Gym_Etiquette\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-43414 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/23-1024x576.png\" alt=\"BetterMe\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/23.png 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/23-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/23.png 768w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/23.png 1344w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_Dress_Appropriately\"><\/span><strong>Do: Dress Appropriately<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You don&#8217;t need to wear the latest fashion trends to the gym, but it is important to dress appropriately. This means wearing clothing that&#8217;s comfortable and won&#8217;t get in the way of your workout \u2014 like a <a href=\"https:\/\/store.betterme.world\/collections\/bodysuits\">supportive bodysuit that stays put<\/a> or a <a href=\"https:\/\/store.betterme.world\/collections\/jumpsuits\">squat-proof workout jumpsuit<\/a> that moves with you.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Avoiding clothing that&#8217;s too loose or baggy is a good idea. Not only does it look unprofessional, but it can also be dangerous (if your clothes get caught on something, you could get hurt).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Women should also avoid wearing excessively revealing clothing. You&#8217;re there to work out, not to pick up a date.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Dont_Wear_Fragrances\"><\/span><strong>Don&#8217;t: Wear Fragrances<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Some people are sensitive to fragrances, and strong smells can be overwhelming in a small space like the gym. It&#8217;s best to avoid wearing any perfumes, colognes, or other strong fragrances.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you must wear a fragrance, go for something light and subtle.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_Be_Mindful_Of_The_Noise_You_Make\"><\/span><strong>Do: Be Mindful Of The Noise You Make<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Screaming, grunting, and cursing are all inappropriate in the gym. Not only is it rude, but it can also be off-putting for other people. If you need to make noise, try to keep it to a minimum.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This rule also applies to music. While headphones are a great way to stay motivated, it&#8217;s important to be mindful of the volume. Nobody wants to hear your music blaring through their own headphones.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you&#8217;re not sure if your music is too loud, err on the side of caution and turn it down.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2273&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Gym_Etiquette\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-43400 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/9-1024x576.png\" alt=\"BetterMe\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/9.png 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/9-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/9.png 768w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/9-1636x920.png 1636w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/9.png 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Dont_Block_The_View_Of_The_Mirror\"><\/span><strong>Don&#8217;t: Block The View Of The Mirror<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Every gym has mirrors, and they&#8217;re there for a reason. People use them to check their form and make sure they&#8217;re doing exercises correctly.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you&#8217;re standing in front of the mirror, be aware of other people who might want to use it. Try to move out of the way if someone else wants to get a better view.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Note that looking into the mirror during heavier lifts is generally discouraged. This can be distracting and it&#8217;s easy to get injured if you&#8217;re not <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/bear-plank-chest-press\/\">paying attention<\/a> to what you&#8217;re doing.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_Show_Up_Clean_And_Fresh\"><\/span><strong>Do: Show Up Clean And Fresh<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sweating is unavoidable when you&#8217;re working out, but that doesn&#8217;t mean you should show up to the gym smelling like a wet dog. Make an effort to shower before you go (if possible) and use deodorant.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Wearing clean clothes is also important. Nobody wants to work out next to someone who&#8217;s wearing the same clothes they wore yesterday.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you don&#8217;t have time to shower before the gym, try to at least wash your face and put on a clean shirt.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Dont_Skip_The_Warm-Up\"><\/span><strong>Don&#8217;t: Skip The Warm-Up<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Warming up is an important part of any <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/stairs-workout-muscles\/\">workout<\/a>, yet so many people skip it. Warming up helps to prepare your body for exercise and it can reduce your risk of injury (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/19996770\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you&#8217;re not sure how to warm up, talk to a trainer or do some research online. There are plenty of great warm-up exercises you can do, and it only takes a few minutes to get the benefits.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Dont_Ignore_The_Rules\"><\/span><strong>Don&#8217;t: Ignore The Rules<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Most gyms will have a set of rules posted somewhere, and it&#8217;s important to follow them. Ignoring the rules can be dangerous, and it can also get you kicked out of the gym.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Some common gym rules include: no spitting, no running, no dropping weights, and no using profanity.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Of course, these are just a few <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/active-rest-day\/\">examples<\/a>. Be sure to familiarize yourself with the rules of your particular gym.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_Be_Respectful_Of_Other_Peoples_Space\"><\/span><strong>Do: Be Respectful Of Other People&#8217;s Space<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The gym can be a crowded place, which is why it&#8217;s important to be respectful of other people&#8217;s space. This means not crowding their workout station, and giving them room to move around.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It also means not leaving your things <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/sprint-workouts\/\">lying around<\/a>. If you&#8217;re not using something, put it back where it belongs.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>BetterMe app is a foolproof way to go from zero to a weight loss hero in a safe and sustainable way! What are you waiting for? <a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2273&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Gym_Etiquette\">Start transforming your body now<\/a>!<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2273&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Gym_Etiquette\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-43399 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/13-1024x576.png\" alt=\"gym etiquette\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/13.png 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/13-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/13.png 768w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/13-1636x920.png 1636w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/13.png 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Dont_Be_A_Distraction\"><\/span><strong>Don&#8217;t: Be A Distraction<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Working out is hard enough without having to <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/hypertrophy-workout-plan\/\">worry about<\/a> other people. That&#8217;s why it&#8217;s important not to be a distraction when you&#8217;re at the gym.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This means being aware of your movements and not doing anything that will disturb others. It also means being quiet and not talking excessively.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you need to take a phone call, step away from the gym area to do it.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_Be_Friendly_While_Knowing_Your_Limits\"><\/span><strong>Do: Be Friendly While Knowing Your Limits<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The gym is a great place to <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/running-in-place\/\">make new friends<\/a>, but it&#8217;s important to know your limits. Just because someone is being friendly doesn&#8217;t mean they want to be your best friend.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It&#8217;s perfectly fine to strike up a conversation with someone, but don&#8217;t take it too far. If they seem uninterested, respect their space and move on.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Dont_Be_A_Know-It-All\"><\/span><strong>Don&#8217;t: Be A Know-It-All<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Nobody likes a know-it-all, especially at the <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/cable-machine-exercises\/\">gym<\/a>. We all have to start somewhere, and that includes learning about the types of exercises we should be doing.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Don&#8217;t intrude and volunteer advice unless someone asks for it. If they&#8217;re doing something wrong, let a trainer handle it.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Read More:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/sled-push-workout\/\">Sled Push Workout: How To Use It To Build Power, Speed, And Endurance<\/a><\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2273&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Gym_Etiquette\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-43408 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/18-1024x576.png\" alt=\"gym etiquette\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/18.png 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/18-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/18.png 768w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/18.png 1344w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_Ask_For_Help_If_You_Need_It\"><\/span><strong>Do: Ask For Help If You Need It<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The opposite of a know-it-all is someone who&#8217;s too afraid to ask for help. If you&#8217;re new to the gym or you&#8217;re not sure how to use a certain machine, don&#8217;t be afraid to ask for help.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Most people are happy to offer advice, and it&#8217;s better to get help than to risk injury.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Dont_Workout_When_Youre_Sick\"><\/span><strong>Don&#8217;t: Workout When You&#8217;re Sick<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This should be common sense for everyone, but unfortunately, it&#8217;s not. If you&#8217;re sick, the gym is not the place for you.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You might infect other people and you&#8217;re not going to get the most out of your workout when you&#8217;re sick. It&#8217;s better to rest at home and wait until you&#8217;re feeling better.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_Use_Common_Sense\"><\/span><strong>Do: Use Common Sense<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">At the end of the day, using common sense is the best way to ensure good gym etiquette. If something doesn&#8217;t feel right, or if you&#8217;re not sure about something, don&#8217;t do it.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Respect the people around you, and be considerate of their space and belongings. And above all else, remember that we&#8217;re all there to improve our health and wellbeing.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>Intense sweat sessions, working weight loss tips, lip-smacking recipes come in one package with the BetterMe app. And all of it is at your fingertips, <a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2273&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Gym_Etiquette\">start transforming your life now<\/a>!<\/strong><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Bottom_Line\"><\/span><strong>The Bottom Line<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Gym etiquette is important to follow for the safety and enjoyment of everyone involved. By following the dos and don&#8217;ts above, you can make sure that you&#8217;re being respectful and considerate of those around you.<\/span><\/p>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2273&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Gym_Etiquette\" target=\"_blank\"><video autoplay=\"autoplay\" loop=\"loop\" muted=\"muted\" playsinline=\"playsinline\" width=\"777\"><source src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/ezgif.com-gif-to-mp4-2.mp4\" type=\"video\/mp4\" \/><\/video><\/a>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The gym can be an intimidating place for a beginner. There are so many people working out, and everyone seems to have their own routine. It can be hard to know where to start, or even what to do. What&#8217;s worse, you may worry about making a mistake and looking foolish. Fortunately, there are some [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":51,"featured_media":43446,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[49],"tags":[],"coauthors":[125],"class_list":["post-43444","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-betterme-fitness"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO Premium plugin v20.2.1 (Yoast SEO v25.4) - https:\/\/yoast.com\/wordpress\/plugins\/seo\/ -->\n<title>Gym Etiquette: 10 Plus Dos And Don&#039;ts You Should Know About - BetterMe<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Do you know the proper \u2605 GYM ETIQUETTE? \u27a4 Here are the dos and don&#039;ts you should follow to make sure you&#039;re being respectful of those around you.\" \/>\n<meta name=\"robots\" content=\"index, follow, max-snippet:-1, max-image-preview:large, max-video-preview:-1\" \/>\n<link rel=\"canonical\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/gym-etiquette\/\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:locale\" content=\"en_US\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:type\" content=\"article\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:title\" content=\"Gym Etiquette: 10 Plus Dos And Don&#039;ts You Should Know About\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:description\" content=\"Do you know the proper \u2605 GYM ETIQUETTE? \u27a4 Here are the dos and don&#039;ts you should follow to make sure you&#039;re being respectful of those around you.\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:url\" content=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/gym-etiquette\/\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:site_name\" content=\"BetterMe Blog\" \/>\n<meta property=\"article:publisher\" content=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/betterme.health.coaching\" \/>\n<meta property=\"article:modified_time\" content=\"2025-11-28T11:54:08+00:00\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:image\" content=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/shutterstock_1931443301.jpg\" \/>\n\t<meta property=\"og:image:width\" content=\"1000\" \/>\n\t<meta property=\"og:image:height\" content=\"667\" \/>\n\t<meta property=\"og:image:type\" content=\"image\/jpeg\" \/>\n<meta name=\"author\" content=\"Eve Chalicha\" \/>\n<meta name=\"twitter:card\" content=\"summary_large_image\" \/>\n<meta name=\"twitter:creator\" content=\"@betterme\" \/>\n<meta name=\"twitter:site\" content=\"@betterme\" \/>\n<meta name=\"twitter:label1\" content=\"Written by\" \/>\n\t<meta name=\"twitter:data1\" content=\"Eve Chalicha\" \/>\n\t<meta name=\"twitter:label2\" content=\"Est. reading time\" \/>\n\t<meta name=\"twitter:data2\" content=\"9 minutes\" \/>\n<script type=\"application\/ld+json\" class=\"yoast-schema-graph\">{\"@context\":\"https:\/\/schema.org\",\"@graph\":[{\"@type\":\"Article\",\"@id\":\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/gym-etiquette\/#article\",\"isPartOf\":{\"@id\":\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/gym-etiquette\/\"},\"author\":{\"name\":\"Eve Chalicha\",\"@id\":\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/#\/schema\/person\/d1c69cca021a3df02be76987394110c1\"},\"headline\":\"Gym Etiquette: 10 Plus Dos And Don&#8217;ts You Should Know About\",\"dateModified\":\"2025-11-28T11:54:08+00:00\",\"mainEntityOfPage\":{\"@id\":\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/gym-etiquette\/\"},\"wordCount\":1756,\"publisher\":{\"@id\":\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/#organization\"},\"image\":{\"@id\":\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/gym-etiquette\/#primaryimage\"},\"thumbnailUrl\":\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/shutterstock_1931443301.jpg\",\"articleSection\":[\"Fitness\"],\"inLanguage\":\"en-US\",\"articleBody\":\"<span style=\\\"font-weight: 400;\\\">The gym can be an intimidating place for a beginner. There are so many people working out, and everyone seems to have their own routine. It can be hard to know where to start, or even what to do. <\/span><span style=\\\"font-weight: 400;\\\">What's worse, you may worry about making a mistake and looking foolish. <\/span><span style=\\\"font-weight: 400;\\\">Fortunately, there are some basic dos and don'ts of gym etiquette that everyone should know. By following these simple rules, you can make your gym experience more enjoyable for yourself and those around you.<\/span>\\r\\n\\r\\n\\r\\n<h2 style=\\\"text-align: center;\\\"><strong>What Is Considered Proper Gym Etiquette?<\/strong><\/h2>\\r\\n<span style=\\\"font-weight: 400;\\\">Proper gym etiquette has a lot to do with how you treat <a href=\\\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/the-fitt-principle\/\\\">others around you<\/a>. It also includes being aware of your own hygiene and respecting the equipment.<\/span>\\r\\n\\r\\n<span style=\\\"font-weight: 400;\\\">In general, following these basic principles will help you to be a good gym citizen:<\/span>\\r\\n<h3><strong>Do: Put Everything Back Where It Belongs<\/strong><\/h3>\\r\\n<span style=\\\"font-weight: 400;\\\">When you first walk into the gym, you'll notice all sorts of equipment. Treadmills, weights, yoga mats, and more.\u00a0<\/span>\\r\\n\\r\\n<span style=\\\"font-weight: 400;\\\">While you work out, you'll need to use some of this equipment. But when you're finished, it's important to put everything back where it belongs.<\/span>\\r\\n\\r\\n<span style=\\\"font-weight: 400;\\\">This rule applies to both the small things (like weights and yoga mats) and the big things (like treadmills). Leaving your stuff lying around makes the gym look messy and can be dangerous for other people.<\/span>\\r\\n\\r\\n<span style=\\\"font-weight: 400;\\\">When you're done with the treadmill, reset it to 0.0 mph and 0.0% incline. Wipe down any equipment you used with a disinfectant wipe (most gyms will have these available). And put away all the weights you used.<\/span>\\r\\n\\r\\n<i>< ...\"},{\"@type\":\"WebPage\",\"@id\":\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/gym-etiquette\/\",\"url\":\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/gym-etiquette\/\",\"name\":\"Gym Etiquette: 10 Plus Dos And Don'ts You Should Know About - BetterMe\",\"isPartOf\":{\"@id\":\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/#website\"},\"primaryImageOfPage\":{\"@id\":\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/gym-etiquette\/#primaryimage\"},\"image\":{\"@id\":\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/gym-etiquette\/#primaryimage\"},\"thumbnailUrl\":\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/shutterstock_1931443301.jpg\",\"dateModified\":\"2025-11-28T11:54:08+00:00\",\"description\":\"Do you know the proper \u2605 GYM ETIQUETTE? \u27a4 Here are the dos and don'ts you should follow to make sure you're being respectful of those around you.\",\"breadcrumb\":{\"@id\":\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/gym-etiquette\/#breadcrumb\"},\"inLanguage\":\"en-US\",\"potentialAction\":[{\"@type\":\"ReadAction\",\"target\":[\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/gym-etiquette\/\"]}]},{\"@type\":\"ImageObject\",\"inLanguage\":\"en-US\",\"@id\":\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/gym-etiquette\/#primaryimage\",\"url\":\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/shutterstock_1931443301.jpg\",\"contentUrl\":\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/shutterstock_1931443301.jpg\",\"width\":1000,\"height\":667},{\"@type\":\"BreadcrumbList\",\"@id\":\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/gym-etiquette\/#breadcrumb\",\"itemListElement\":[{\"@type\":\"ListItem\",\"position\":1,\"name\":\"Blog\",\"item\":\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/\"},{\"@type\":\"ListItem\",\"position\":2,\"name\":\"Fitness\",\"item\":\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/betterme-fitness\/\"},{\"@type\":\"ListItem\",\"position\":3,\"name\":\"Gym Etiquette: 10 Plus Dos And Don&#8217;ts You Should Know About\"}]},{\"@type\":\"WebSite\",\"@id\":\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/#website\",\"url\":\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/\",\"name\":\"BetterMe Blog\",\"description\":\"Health &amp; Fitness\",\"publisher\":{\"@id\":\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/#organization\"},\"potentialAction\":[{\"@type\":\"SearchAction\",\"target\":{\"@type\":\"EntryPoint\",\"urlTemplate\":\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/?s={search_term_string}\"},\"query-input\":{\"@type\":\"PropertyValueSpecification\",\"valueRequired\":true,\"valueName\":\"search_term_string\"}}],\"inLanguage\":\"en-US\"},{\"@type\":\"Organization\",\"@id\":\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/#organization\",\"name\":\"BetterMe\",\"alternateName\":\"Betterme Limited\",\"url\":\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/\",\"logo\":{\"@type\":\"ImageObject\",\"inLanguage\":\"en-US\",\"@id\":\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/#\/schema\/logo\/image\/\",\"url\":\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/BetterMe.png\",\"contentUrl\":\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/BetterMe.png\",\"width\":512,\"height\":512,\"caption\":\"BetterMe\"},\"image\":{\"@id\":\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/#\/schema\/logo\/image\/\"},\"sameAs\":[\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/betterme.health.coaching\",\"https:\/\/x.com\/betterme\",\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/betterme\/\",\"https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/company\/betterme-apps\",\"https:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/bettermetips\/\",\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/channel\/UC0svgcjc3jSgcryqo83spPQ\",\"https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/@betterme.health.coaching\",\"https:\/\/apps.apple.com\/app\/betterme-health-coaching\/id1264546236\",\"https:\/\/play.google.com\/store\/apps\/details?id=com.gen.workoutme&amp;amp;amp;amp;hl=en_US&amp;amp;amp;amp;gl=US\",\"https:\/\/www.wikidata.org\/wiki\/Q114895798\"]},{\"@type\":\"Person\",\"@id\":\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/#\/schema\/person\/d1c69cca021a3df02be76987394110c1\",\"name\":\"Eve Chalicha\",\"image\":{\"@type\":\"ImageObject\",\"inLanguage\":\"en-US\",\"@id\":\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/#\/schema\/person\/image\/226167ff30adba34e5ac8f0e41f87ac6\",\"url\":\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/eve_chalicha-150x150.png\",\"contentUrl\":\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/eve_chalicha-150x150.png\",\"caption\":\"Eve Chalicha\"},\"description\":\"Eve is a freelance writer from Nairobi, Kenya. She has a passion for promoting good health and well-being and believes that education is the first step towards changing lives for the better. For the past few years, Eve has been writing about topics such as nutrition, fitness, natural remedies, and more. Thanks to her background in Legal studies, she has a knack for research and always prioritizes scientific facts over hearsay. She is also very socially conscious and ensures that her pieces inform and empower readers. When she's not writing, Eve enjoys watching documentaries, going on nature walks, or just hanging out with friends.\",\"url\":\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/author\/evechalicha\/\"}]}<\/script>\n<!-- \/ Yoast SEO Premium plugin. -->","yoast_head_json":{"title":"Gym Etiquette: 10 Plus Dos And Don'ts You Should Know About - BetterMe","description":"Do you know the proper \u2605 GYM ETIQUETTE? \u27a4 Here are the dos and don'ts you should follow to make sure you're being respectful of those around you.","robots":{"index":"index","follow":"follow","max-snippet":"max-snippet:-1","max-image-preview":"max-image-preview:large","max-video-preview":"max-video-preview:-1"},"canonical":"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/gym-etiquette\/","og_locale":"en_US","og_type":"article","og_title":"Gym Etiquette: 10 Plus Dos And Don'ts You Should Know About","og_description":"Do you know the proper \u2605 GYM ETIQUETTE? \u27a4 Here are the dos and don'ts you should follow to make sure you're being respectful of those around you.","og_url":"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/gym-etiquette\/","og_site_name":"BetterMe Blog","article_publisher":"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/betterme.health.coaching","article_modified_time":"2025-11-28T11:54:08+00:00","og_image":[{"width":1000,"height":667,"url":"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/shutterstock_1931443301.jpg","type":"image\/jpeg"}],"author":"Eve Chalicha","twitter_card":"summary_large_image","twitter_creator":"@betterme","twitter_site":"@betterme","twitter_misc":{"Written by":"Eve Chalicha","Est. reading time":"9 minutes"},"schema":{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org","@graph":[{"@type":"Article","@id":"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/gym-etiquette\/#article","isPartOf":{"@id":"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/gym-etiquette\/"},"author":{"name":"Eve Chalicha","@id":"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/#\/schema\/person\/d1c69cca021a3df02be76987394110c1"},"headline":"Gym Etiquette: 10 Plus Dos And Don&#8217;ts You Should Know About","dateModified":"2025-11-28T11:54:08+00:00","mainEntityOfPage":{"@id":"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/gym-etiquette\/"},"wordCount":1756,"publisher":{"@id":"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/#organization"},"image":{"@id":"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/gym-etiquette\/#primaryimage"},"thumbnailUrl":"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/shutterstock_1931443301.jpg","articleSection":["Fitness"],"inLanguage":"en-US","articleBody":"<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The gym can be an intimidating place for a beginner. There are so many people working out, and everyone seems to have their own routine. It can be hard to know where to start, or even what to do. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What's worse, you may worry about making a mistake and looking foolish. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fortunately, there are some basic dos and don'ts of gym etiquette that everyone should know. By following these simple rules, you can make your gym experience more enjoyable for yourself and those around you.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\r\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>What Is Considered Proper Gym Etiquette?<\/strong><\/h2>\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Proper gym etiquette has a lot to do with how you treat <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/the-fitt-principle\/\">others around you<\/a>. It also includes being aware of your own hygiene and respecting the equipment.<\/span>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In general, following these basic principles will help you to be a good gym citizen:<\/span>\r\n<h3><strong>Do: Put Everything Back Where It Belongs<\/strong><\/h3>\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When you first walk into the gym, you'll notice all sorts of equipment. Treadmills, weights, yoga mats, and more.\u00a0<\/span>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While you work out, you'll need to use some of this equipment. But when you're finished, it's important to put everything back where it belongs.<\/span>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This rule applies to both the small things (like weights and yoga mats) and the big things (like treadmills). Leaving your stuff lying around makes the gym look messy and can be dangerous for other people.<\/span>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When you're done with the treadmill, reset it to 0.0 mph and 0.0% incline. Wipe down any equipment you used with a disinfectant wipe (most gyms will have these available). And put away all the weights you used.<\/span>\r\n\r\n<i>< ..."},{"@type":"WebPage","@id":"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/gym-etiquette\/","url":"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/gym-etiquette\/","name":"Gym Etiquette: 10 Plus Dos And Don'ts You Should Know About - BetterMe","isPartOf":{"@id":"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/#website"},"primaryImageOfPage":{"@id":"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/gym-etiquette\/#primaryimage"},"image":{"@id":"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/gym-etiquette\/#primaryimage"},"thumbnailUrl":"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/shutterstock_1931443301.jpg","dateModified":"2025-11-28T11:54:08+00:00","description":"Do you know the proper \u2605 GYM ETIQUETTE? \u27a4 Here are the dos and don'ts you should follow to make sure you're being respectful of those around you.","breadcrumb":{"@id":"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/gym-etiquette\/#breadcrumb"},"inLanguage":"en-US","potentialAction":[{"@type":"ReadAction","target":["https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/gym-etiquette\/"]}]},{"@type":"ImageObject","inLanguage":"en-US","@id":"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/gym-etiquette\/#primaryimage","url":"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/shutterstock_1931443301.jpg","contentUrl":"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/shutterstock_1931443301.jpg","width":1000,"height":667},{"@type":"BreadcrumbList","@id":"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/gym-etiquette\/#breadcrumb","itemListElement":[{"@type":"ListItem","position":1,"name":"Blog","item":"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/"},{"@type":"ListItem","position":2,"name":"Fitness","item":"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/betterme-fitness\/"},{"@type":"ListItem","position":3,"name":"Gym Etiquette: 10 Plus Dos And Don&#8217;ts You Should Know About"}]},{"@type":"WebSite","@id":"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/#website","url":"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/","name":"BetterMe Blog","description":"Health &amp; Fitness","publisher":{"@id":"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/#organization"},"potentialAction":[{"@type":"SearchAction","target":{"@type":"EntryPoint","urlTemplate":"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/?s={search_term_string}"},"query-input":{"@type":"PropertyValueSpecification","valueRequired":true,"valueName":"search_term_string"}}],"inLanguage":"en-US"},{"@type":"Organization","@id":"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/#organization","name":"BetterMe","alternateName":"Betterme Limited","url":"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/","logo":{"@type":"ImageObject","inLanguage":"en-US","@id":"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/#\/schema\/logo\/image\/","url":"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/BetterMe.png","contentUrl":"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/BetterMe.png","width":512,"height":512,"caption":"BetterMe"},"image":{"@id":"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/#\/schema\/logo\/image\/"},"sameAs":["https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/betterme.health.coaching","https:\/\/x.com\/betterme","https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/betterme\/","https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/company\/betterme-apps","https:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/bettermetips\/","https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/channel\/UC0svgcjc3jSgcryqo83spPQ","https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/@betterme.health.coaching","https:\/\/apps.apple.com\/app\/betterme-health-coaching\/id1264546236","https:\/\/play.google.com\/store\/apps\/details?id=com.gen.workoutme&amp;amp;amp;amp;hl=en_US&amp;amp;amp;amp;gl=US","https:\/\/www.wikidata.org\/wiki\/Q114895798"]},{"@type":"Person","@id":"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/#\/schema\/person\/d1c69cca021a3df02be76987394110c1","name":"Eve Chalicha","image":{"@type":"ImageObject","inLanguage":"en-US","@id":"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/#\/schema\/person\/image\/226167ff30adba34e5ac8f0e41f87ac6","url":"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/eve_chalicha-150x150.png","contentUrl":"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/eve_chalicha-150x150.png","caption":"Eve Chalicha"},"description":"Eve is a freelance writer from Nairobi, Kenya. She has a passion for promoting good health and well-being and believes that education is the first step towards changing lives for the better. For the past few years, Eve has been writing about topics such as nutrition, fitness, natural remedies, and more. Thanks to her background in Legal studies, she has a knack for research and always prioritizes scientific facts over hearsay. She is also very socially conscious and ensures that her pieces inform and empower readers. When she's not writing, Eve enjoys watching documentaries, going on nature walks, or just hanging out with friends.","url":"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/author\/evechalicha\/"}]}},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/43444","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/51"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=43444"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/43444\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":83552,"href":"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/43444\/revisions\/83552"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/43446"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=43444"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=43444"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=43444"},{"taxonomy":"author","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/coauthors?post=43444"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}