Don’t know where to start? Use this list of guidelines commonly used in fitness facilities:
- Do not bring your gym bag or other personal belongings onto the fitness floor.
- Be courteous when using the water fountain. If there is a line, please do not fill up your water bottle.
- Ask if you may “work in,” and always allow others the same courtesy; afterward, return the seat and weight to the last user’s setup.
- Refrain from yelling, using profanity, banging weights and making loud sounds.
- Do not sit on machines between sets.
- Re-rack weights and return all other equipment and accessories to their proper locations.
- Ask staff to show you how to operate equipment properly so that others are not waiting as you figure it out.
- Wipe down all equipment after use.
- Stick to posted time limits on all cardiovascular machines.
- Do not bring children onto the gym floor. Children must remain in the childcare area.
- Do not disturb others. Focus on your own workout and allow others to do the same.
- Before beginning your workout, wash your hands and wipe off any cologne or perfume.
