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Fitness and flirting: how to strike up a conversation at the gym
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We all know that the gym is a place where people sweat, pant, and look at the clock to see how much more agony they can take. But who says the gym can't be a place to make new acquaintances? Here are some fun ways to strike up a conversation with a cute guy at the gym:

1. “Oh, no, that's not your bottle!”
When you notice that a cute girl has left her bottle next to you, you can boldly walk over and say with a smile, “Excuse me, I don't suppose that's your bottle by any chance? Because mine is exactly the same!”

2. “What's this exercise called?”
See a girl doing a strange but impressive exercise? Walk over and ask with wonder: “That looks so cool! What's the name of this exercise? I want to try it, but I'm afraid I'll break something!”

3. “Can I ask for help with this dumbbell?”
Need help? Or just want to strike up a conversation? Walk up and say, “Hi, can you help me with this dumbbell? It seems too heavy for me, and you have such strong arms!”

4. “Do you work out here a lot?”
A classic, but always working method. Just walk up and ask, “Do you work out here often? I just started going, and I'm wondering what the best exercise machines are here.”

5. “What cool headphones you have!”
If she has headphones, you can walk over and say, “You have such cool headphones! What music motivates you? Maybe I'll add it to my playlist.”

6. “Have you seen my running shoes?”
Imagine you've lost your running shoes (of course, you need to hide them beforehand). Walk up and ask, “Hi, have you seen my running shoes by any chance? They ran away from me as soon as I said I was going to the treadmill.”

7. “Hi, do you know how to use this exercise machine?”
When you don't know how an exercise machine works or just want to strike up a conversation, walk up and ask, “Hi, can you show me how to use this machine? It looks like something from outer space.”

8. “What's your workout plan?”
Ask to share your workout plan: “You look so cool! What's your workout plan? Can you share your secrets?”

9. “Would you like to have a protein shake after your workout?”
When you've already started a conversation, you can offer to continue the conversation after your workout: “Do you want to have a protein shake after your workout? I know a great place nearby.”

10. “I'm betting on you on your next lift!”
See that she's about to do a heavy approach? Walk up and say with a smile: “I'm betting on you on your next lift! If you make it, I'll buy you a coffee!”

These are fun and easy ways to help you strike up a conversation and maybe find your soulmate right in the gym. The key is to be yourself and don't be afraid to take the initiative. 💖💪

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