The Worst Season at the Gym Has Officially Arrived
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Starting a new year with optimism and a set of life-bettering goals is a great thing, but sometimes one woman's dreams are another's nightmares. When resolution season rolls around again, us regular gym-goers can't help but notice the influx of bright-eyed newbies who, while full of good intentions, seem to make things more difficult for us. While we totally support everyone's healthy new goals, there are some days other gym-goers make us grumpier than we'd like to admit. Try as we might to be on our best behavior, these are the bad habits that really get the best of us when prime sign-up season rolls around.
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When you get roped into a conversation with someone who is avoiding their workout.
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When your new workout buddy gives up.
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When someone takes the last spot in your favorite Spin class.
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When every machine is full and no one is following the 30-minute rule.
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When you get yourself pumped up for a great sweat session.
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Until you can't even find an open locker for your stuff.
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When someone tries to tell you that you are lifting wrong.
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When you head to the showers after class.
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When normal gym attire magically disappears.
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When every spare inch of the stretching area is occupied.
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When the only open treadmill is between two BFFs.
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When everyone wants to talk about their fitness goals.
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