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Unfortunately, not allgym goersare there to work on their fitness.

Moreover, roughly one-in-four respondents say they experience appearance-based anxiety when working out.

While some might think the women dont notice them staring, they definitely do.

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As do men, who, too, are sometimes looked at in a way that makes them uncomfortable.

Out of their male counterparts, close to four-in-ten have experienced what that feels like.

Check out the results:

Man discussing gym behavior with text overlay “Do Everyone A Favor.

Text highlights how some men view the gym as a zoo, focusing more on observing than exercising.

Text discussing gym dynamics with young adults and mention of women at the gym.

Man with towel in gym sitting, looking contemplative, holding a water bottle. Fitness equipment in background.

Text discussing how many men visit gyms to stare at women.

Text on gym behavior, mentioning men staring at women, likening it to a zoo.

Woman lifting dumbbells at the gym, highlighting workout routines.

Text excerpt discussing gym culture and behavior norms for men.

Text highlighting concerns about gym culture and treatment of women.

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Women Feel Seen After This Guy Calls Out Gym Bros Who Can’t Stop Staring

Text saying “I’ve mastered tunnel vision I’ve gotten so good at acting like I don’t see” related to gym and men staring.

Comment by Lori about gym experiences, noting challenges women face, with 6193 likes.

Comment from user Rachel saying, “Imagine how tired we are,” related to gym experiences.

Comment discussing how unwelcome attention happens at work, school, and in public places, highlighting gym experiences.

Comment on social media post about gym culture, user agrees with the opinion, showing 129 likes.

Comment about gym experience, highlighting attention from men at the gym, with 109 likes.

Comment on gym experience about avoiding eye contact, highlighting the discomfort some feel in gym environments.

Comment on gym behavior discussion with 88 likes, expressing disbelief and concern.

Comment discussing validation of concerns about men staring at women in gym; 75 likes.

Comment discussing women’s experiences at the gym, highlighting discomfort and unease related to being stared at by men.

User comment discussing different experiences at two gyms.

Comment discussing home workouts versus gym, highlighting peace in personal space.

Comment on gym behavior: man uses bench near woman during workout in empty gym.

Comment from Kayla Johnson about gym experiences and being watched while stretching.

Comment about leaving a gym due to being followed, highlighting concerns about men’s behavior at the gym.

Comments discussing gym behavior, with users noting men choosing equipment next to women even when others are available.

Comment on gym behavior of men, highlighting rare acknowledgment, with high engagement shown by likes and replies.

Comments discuss gym behavior; one says it’s infuriating with 2600 likes, another agrees with 178 likes.

Comments about gym bros staring at themselves, with one agreeing on a social media post.

Comment exchange about going to Planet Fitness with elderly people, referencing the gym experience.

Comments on social media referencing gym behavior and gender dynamics.

Comments discussing how men stare at women in gyms like a zoo, with emojis and reactions.

Text exchange discussing gym experiences, focusing on avoiding eye contact and reactions from others.

Comment on men at the gym staring at women, stating it’s an issue in public spaces, from user Chrissy with 3,171 likes.