Fitness Fanatic Gets Banned from the Gym When Woman Reports Him to Manager For Violating the One-Minute Rule.

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The story revolves around the Original Poster (OP), a gym-goer who experiences a tense encounter over gym etiquette that escalates into an unexpected conflict. When an old member refuses to follow the one-minute rule at the circuit area, OP’s persistent stand for the rules leads to a shocking climax involving the revocation of the man’s membership and mysterious acts of vandalism. As accusations, investigations, and revelations unfold, the reader is left on the edge, anticipating the impending resolution.

The Circuit Area

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OP, a 35-year-old female, recently enrolled in a local gym. She opts for this gym because it has a familiar circuit area that she can comfortably navigate as she adapts to the gym environment. The circuit area is distinct, having a stipulated rule of one-minute usage per machine.

One-Minute Rule

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The uniqueness of the circuit area is its designated time rule, emphasizing one-minute usage per machine. Conspicuous signs indicate these rules with a timer on the screen. These rules, meant to ensure a smooth flow of workouts, are expected to be respected by all gym members.

Breaking the Norm

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The gym machines in the circuit area are similar to the rest of the gym, leading to occasional usage by non-circuit trainers. This does not usually cause any issues unless someone is engaged in a circuit workout. Those using the circuit area machines are expected to give way in such cases.

Mild Confrontation

On several occasions, OP has had to ask people to move off the circuit machines. Some even required OP to point out the established rules before they acquiesced. These instances were mainly resolved without any significant incidents.

The Unyielding Man

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One day, OP encounters a man using a machine within the circuit area during her workout. She hopes he will be done by the time she completes her rounds on the other machines. But to her disappointment, he remains, causing OP to ask him to make way for just a minute.

Disrespect and Refusal

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OP politely explains the distinct function of the circuit area and asks the man to yield the machine. The man dismisses her requests twice and even starts to shout at her when she points out the rules, refusing to recognize her rights in the gym.

Seeking Justice

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Visibly shaken by the man’s harsh words, OP reports the incident to a staff member. The staff member intervenes, and after some persuasion, the man finally relinquishes the machine. OP completes her circuit, shaken but resolute in asserting her right.

Taking Matters Further

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Following the confrontation, OP emails the gym owner, detailing the unpleasant incident. She demands action against the man who violated the gym rules and treated her disrespectfully. This step escalates the matter significantly.

The Verdict

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The gym owner responds to OP’s complaint. After reviewing the security footage, the owner revokes the man’s membership. Justice is served, but this outcome will spark differing reactions amongst the gym community.

OP’s Allies

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Some gym members agree with OP’s actions, seeing them as necessary for maintaining a respectful and rule-abiding environment. They commend her courage to stand up against the bullying man and support the gym owner’s decision to revoke his membership.

Criticism Ensues

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However, not everyone supports OP’s actions. Several of her gym friends accuse her of overreacting and going too far with her complaint. They argue that the man’s membership should not have been revoked over a single minute of workout time.

Mysterious Vandalism

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OP wakes up to find her car vandalized one morning. She suspects it’s related to the gym incident but has no proof. The local authorities are alerted, and an investigation is launched. Following the vandalism, OP informs the gym owner about the incident. The gym owner promises to investigate it and increase security measures at the gym.

Tensions at the Gym

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Despite the owner’s supportive stance, OP notices the frosty attitude of some gym members. The security footage shows the ousted man, shortly after his confrontation with OP, talking privately with some of the gym members who are now cold towards OP.

Suspicion Grows

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While OP becomes increasingly suspicious about the ousted man’s influence, the police trace the car vandalism back to one of his close associates. This person is one of the gym members seen in private discussions with the man in the security footage. The vandal is fined, and the gym owner apologizes to OP and assures her of safety and respect in the gym.

Was The Woman’s Behavior Appropriate?

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OP posts her story online for feedback. The readers in the forum had a lot of mixed views on the matter. Here are some of their responses:

Forum Responds

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One reader said, “First, it wasn’t over the one-minute workout. It was over him screaming at you and calling you names. And you didn’t get his membership revoked. It was the decision of the gym owner.”

Another Commenter Thinks

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Another responder wrote, “No gym owner wants a single guy who chooses to cause a scene and scare away other gym members.”

A Third View on The Story

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A different person stated, “Speaking as someone who works with clients, I can almost guarantee they’ve had issues with him before and were waiting for an excuse.”

A Final Perspective on the Matter

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Another reader commented, “I’m guessing this was Planet Fitness, which has a huge culture around non-aggressive behavior and many rules to back it up. They make their money off marketing that they are a non-intimidating place without toxic gym culture.”