I’ve been going to the gym at least 4 days a week for years. Unless you’re into a specific niche thing it’s hard to socialize. I’ve found it easier to talk to others after getting into powerlifting.
Most people at the gym have headphones in and are grinding out a workout as quickly as they can because they’re busy. At least that’s how it feels in SF.
Oh sorry I didn't mean that kind of gym. I joined a martial arts (muay Thai) gym and it was a great life changer.
I don't want to fight, but I train hard with actual fighters and it's very bonding.
Sharing "pain" and passion with others created common ground with people that I had very little in common in the beginning (i.e. non tech, different age)
