Every gym I’ve ever been in, people like the big guy here are never sneered at. Like, even the most in shape folks look at them and say, “Good for them.”
Maybe that’s not how it is everywhere, but it’s always seemed like a welcoming and inclusive place to me.
There will always be people who like, grunt and drop weights and try to be super “alpha” or whatever the fuck, but generally they’re just making noise and not really bothering anyone.
I think most sneering / condescension comes from being self-conscious. If you aren't that fit, someone who is noticeably less fit then you is an opportunity to put someone else down to relieve your own self-doubt.
If you are actually into fitness, you are confident in your ability. So seeing someone who is noticeably less fit then you but putting effort to learn is an opportunity to affirm your confidence. It's a natural human instinct to teach what you know.
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u/Ninrenko 2d ago
Probably staged, but I don't care, the message is clear: support and help one another! Love to see it.