Gays at the gym

Learn more about the complex intersection of gym culture, body image, and LGBTQ+ identity, highlighting the pressures, insecurities, and self-care essential to gay men’s well-being. Of course, go for it honey! While any of these reasons or others may be the primary reason you go to the gym, let's be real for a second.

In my experience, the answer is always a resounding "Yes. A number of times I've thought to myself, "Nah I don't think that guy is gay. You don't want to get nervous at the prospect of running into him at the gym. This first starts by making eye contact.

By continuing to use our site, you agree to our Privacy Policy and Terms of Use. Gyms can be great places to meet other men. Okay, so this will actually help you determine if he really is gay. As queer men, we have our reasons for going to the gym.

Here's the thing about introducing yourself to someone at the gym. This will also help you determine if he's gay.

Is it possible to : Workout at the gym, cruise dudes elsewhere

There's no shame in that, and God knows we've all heard of queer men who've met their boyfriend at the gym. It's a natural, non-flirty way to start talking to a guy. Gay men know how to steal glances. You don't introduce yourself to someone that you're not interested in.

He said he knew I was queer the moment I opened my mouth after he asked if he can work in. We know how to make eye contact in a way that's asking, "So you into this or not? Maybe you go to the gym because physical exercise helps mitigate symptoms of anxiety or depression.

Remember, you guys both work out at the same gym, so do your best to try to end things on good terms (if they do end). If you introduce yourself, it's clear that you plan on talking to him again, and you want to get to know him. If you're like me, you've probably thought to yourself, "HOW?!?

What Happened When I : For a lot of queer people, the gym is either a place of extreme anxiety or passionate obsession

The same gay teen who dreads the school gym can grow up to become a gay adult who frequents a fitness gym—whether it’s to attain a certain physique, log some cardio, or cruise for hookups. Well recently, I figured out the secret. Maybe you go for your health.

The first thing you need to do is determine if he's into men. A friend of mine I met at the gym initially we dated, but are just friends now said he always thought I was cute, but wasn't sure if I was into men.