gym change

[email hidden] wrote in message news:<[email hidden]>...

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Hi Handsome

You're kinda cute, what qualitities would one have to have to capture
your precious heart?

You don't look that old, I would have guessed you to be 32-33. Buddy
obviously needs glasses. Us women are better at this stuff any hows.

So are you available or just teasing.

Where do you hang out, I'm in Auckland and would love to run into
someone like you and see what comes up. 🙂

*blink*
*blink-blink*

--
Adam PR Taylor
http://www.nelliedog.co.nz

[email hidden] (Adam PR Taylor) wrote in message news:<[email hidden]>...

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So I have been going to this gym now for around 4 years, in which time
some changes have happened that I do not like, and some changes
haven't happened that I would like. The upshot is that I have changed
to a new gym as of 3 hours ago, and I'll get to that in a minute.

OK, so a few days ago I was working from home, and had the dog (which
I have joint custody of). I decided that rather than leave Sophie at
home, I'd walk down to my old gym for a train as my membership expired
on that very day.

I walk on down as per usual, and tie Sophie up outside, I walk in, and
the first thing that I notice is that one of the squat racks has been
disassembled and is lying in pieces on the floor. This is a bad thing
for those who remain, no matter which way one looks at it, for it
means one of two things: it is being removed, or repainted. A real
squat rack doesn't ‘break' or need to be ‘replaced'; they are one of
life's few constants in this ever-changing world. They are perfection
in form, an altar to pain, achievement and determination, - not some
transient flimsy decoration to be changed out like last seasons
drapes.

So the squat rack is either being discarded, or painted. This provokes
a one word response – why? If one assumes that a commercial gym has
constraints on resources such as time or money, why waste them
painting a rack when there are plates that are needed, cables
tightened, or padding replaced.

During my training, I was talking to a few people I know, and told the
ones that I hadn't that I was leaving. All were curious and asked
why, and understood. When I was finished, I decided it would be
courteous to advise the owners of my intentions. I said that I knew
my membership expired that day, and that I would not be renewing it.
The reaction? "Oh, OK", with the head going back down to whatever was
being done before. I cant speak for everyone, but if $700pa was
walking out the door of my business I would want to know why!

--
Adam PR Taylor
http://www.nelliedog.co.nz

On 14 Apr 2005 18:08:14 -0700, [email hidden] (Adam PR
Taylor) wrote in misc.fitness.weights:

Quoted message said:

[email hidden] (Adam PR Taylor) wrote in message news:<[email hidden]>...

Quoted message said:

So I have been going to this gym now for around 4 years, in which time
some changes have happened that I do not like, and some changes
haven't happened that I would like. The upshot is that I have changed
to a new gym as of 3 hours ago, and I'll get to that in a minute.

OK, so a few days ago I was working from home, and had the dog (which
I have joint custody of). I decided that rather than leave Sophie at
home, I'd walk down to my old gym for a train as my membership expired
on that very day.

I walk on down as per usual, and tie Sophie up outside, I walk in, and
the first thing that I notice is that one of the squat racks has been
disassembled and is lying in pieces on the floor. This is a bad thing
for those who remain, no matter which way one looks at it, for it
means one of two things: it is being removed, or repainted. A real
squat rack doesn't ‘break' or need to be ‘replaced'; they are one of
life's few constants in this ever-changing world. They are perfection
in form, an altar to pain, achievement and determination, - not some
transient flimsy decoration to be changed out like last seasons
drapes.

So the squat rack is either being discarded, or painted. This provokes
a one word response – why? If one assumes that a commercial gym has
constraints on resources such as time or money, why waste them
painting a rack when there are plates that are needed, cables
tightened, or padding replaced.

During my training, I was talking to a few people I know, and told the
ones that I hadn't that I was leaving. All were curious and asked
why, and understood. When I was finished, I decided it would be
courteous to advise the owners of my intentions. I said that I knew
my membership expired that day, and that I would not be renewing it.
The reaction? "Oh, OK", with the head going back down to whatever was
being done before. I cant speak for everyone, but if $700pa was
walking out the door of my business I would want to know why!

You're not an [censored], are you?

On 14 Apr 2005 18:08:14 -0700, [email hidden] (Adam PR
Taylor) wrote in misc.fitness.weights:

Quoted message said:

[email hidden] (Adam PR Taylor) wrote in message news:<[email hidden]>...

Quoted message said:

So I have been going to this gym now for around 4 years, in which time
some changes have happened that I do not like, and some changes
haven't happened that I would like. The upshot is that I have changed
to a new gym as of 3 hours ago, and I'll get to that in a minute.

OK, so a few days ago I was working from home, and had the dog (which
I have joint custody of). I decided that rather than leave Sophie at
home, I'd walk down to my old gym for a train as my membership expired
on that very day.

I walk on down as per usual, and tie Sophie up outside, I walk in, and
the first thing that I notice is that one of the squat racks has been
disassembled and is lying in pieces on the floor. This is a bad thing
for those who remain, no matter which way one looks at it, for it
means one of two things: it is being removed, or repainted. A real
squat rack doesn't ‘break' or need to be ‘replaced'; they are one of
life's few constants in this ever-changing world. They are perfection
in form, an altar to pain, achievement and determination, - not some
transient flimsy decoration to be changed out like last seasons
drapes.

So the squat rack is either being discarded, or painted. This provokes
a one word response – why? If one assumes that a commercial gym has
constraints on resources such as time or money, why waste them
painting a rack when there are plates that are needed, cables
tightened, or padding replaced.

During my training, I was talking to a few people I know, and told the
ones that I hadn't that I was leaving. All were curious and asked
why, and understood. When I was finished, I decided it would be
courteous to advise the owners of my intentions. I said that I knew
my membership expired that day, and that I would not be renewing it.
The reaction? "Oh, OK", with the head going back down to whatever was
being done before. I cant speak for everyone, but if $700pa was
walking out the door of my business I would want to know why!

You're not an [censored], are you?

Suppose that depends on your gender.

He claims he always chooses the wrong women.

Makes you wonder who is the problem doesn't it. His gym seems to be
glad to see him go too.

Sounds to me like a player. Feel sorry for the women and mighty [censored]
of with this attitude as it makes it difficult for us decent guys due
to this selfish behaviour.

Quoting Buddy - Grow Up.

Junky

John Hanson <[email hidden]> wrote in message news:<[email hidden]>...

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On 14 Apr 2005 18:08:14 -0700, [email hidden] (Adam PR
Taylor) wrote in misc.fitness.weights:

[snip]

Quoted message said:

Quoted message said:

I cant speak for everyone, but if $700pa was
walking out the door of my business I would want to know why!

You're not an [censored], are you?

Well done John. For once you are correct in your unthoughtout
assertions. You're right, I am not an [censored].

--
Adam PR Taylor
http://www.nelliedog.co.nz

I suspect that John has questioned his gender too, but that is no need
to be horrible to him. Confusion around these matters is common when
you have 'B' cup.

???????????????????????????????????????????????????????????

Should I donate the $0.02 to the Society for the Protection of Bitter
and Twisted Whining Eunuchs on your behalf?

All donations are welcome!!

On 17 Apr 2005 00:21:26 -0700, [email hidden] (Adam PR
Taylor) wrote in misc.fitness.weights:

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John Hanson <[email hidden]> wrote in message news:<[email hidden]>...

Quoted message said:

On 14 Apr 2005 18:08:14 -0700, [email hidden] (Adam PR
Taylor) wrote in misc.fitness.weights:

[snip]

Quoted message said:

Quoted message said:

I cant speak for everyone, but if $700pa was
walking out the door of my business I would want to know why!

You're not an [censored], are you?

Well done John. For once you are correct in your unthoughtout
assertions. You're right, I am not an [censored].

Actually, it was well thought out. You are seperated/divorced and the
gym owners could give a [censored] if they lose a $700/year. There's a good
chance some people think you are an [censored]. I don't but I get along
with most everyone.

Actually, it was well thought out. Really?????

You are seperated/divorced - AND you have never been seperated or
divorced - EVER I very much DOUBT IT

It happens to the best of us and doesn't necessarily mean we are total
[censored]. Some people just grow apart or merely should've have been
together in the first place. Making a decision to leave is then an
honourable act - therefore he couldn't possibly be the [censored] you make
him out to be.

and the gym owners could give a [censored] if they lose a $700/year comment
......

Some business are to short sighted and focus only on their vision,
hence the reason so many organisations worldwide fail. They forget
about the most important element "the customer" , why they came to the
gym in the first place, maybe they should have consulted with the
regular gym goers to accertain what improvements they want, instead of
making assumptions.

Like you have, by saying ....

There's a good chance some people think you are an [censored].

I'm sure this guy has lots of friends again you are once again making
an assumption.

You know what they say when people assume - they make an ass out of u
and me

Look at thyself before you cast judgment on others.

Good on you for leaving the gym (Adam), I think you made the rights
choice

Jessie 🙂

On 21 Apr 2005 17:03:29 -0700, "sex_goddess"
<[email hidden]> wrote in misc.fitness.weights:

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Thank you John, we are all entitled to our opinions. Thank you for
sharing yours.

It never ceases to amaze me that in order to be considered acceptable
you must conform to the rules and regulations. Thus you must accept and
do as you are told and not use your own intellect or judgment to make
your own decisions.

The reason I have chosen not to conform is that I am not a "Sheep"
, but a leader, an individual who does not take everything at face
value and is not afraid to challenge the system.

I am a leader not a follower.

But please continue to conform if this makes you feel like you belong.

I see that took you two posts to say that. And as a service to
newbies like you, I'll have you know that only low life scum post from
google as their main interface to Usenet.

John Hanson said:

On 21 Apr 2005 17:03:29 -0700, "sex_goddess"
<[email hidden]> wrote in misc.fitness.weights:

Quoted message said:

Thank you John, we are all entitled to our opinions. Thank you for
sharing yours.

It never ceases to amaze me that in order to be considered acceptable
you must conform to the rules and regulations. Thus you must accept and
do as you are told and not use your own intellect or judgment to make
your own decisions.

The reason I have chosen not to conform is that I am not a "Sheep"
, but a leader, an individual who does not take everything at face
value and is not afraid to challenge the system.

I am a leader not a follower.

But please continue to conform if this makes you feel like you belong.

I see that took you two posts to say that. And as a service to
newbies like you, I'll have you know that only low life scum post from
google as their main interface to Usenet.

Killfiles are great, John. You really gotta try 'em out sometime.

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Proton Soup

"And all this peace has been deceiving,
I need some wind to get me sailing"

On Thu, 21 Apr 2005 23:55:50 -0500, Proton Soup <[email hidden]>

Quoted message said:

John Hanson said:

On 21 Apr 2005 17:03:29 -0700, "sex_goddess"
<[email hidden]> wrote in misc.fitness.weights:

Quoted message said:

Thank you John, we are all entitled to our opinions. Thank you for
sharing yours.

It never ceases to amaze me that in order to be considered acceptable
you must conform to the rules and regulations. Thus you must accept and
do as you are told and not use your own intellect or judgment to make
your own decisions.

The reason I have chosen not to conform is that I am not a "Sheep"
, but a leader, an individual who does not take everything at face
value and is not afraid to challenge the system.

I am a leader not a follower.

But please continue to conform if this makes you feel like you belong.

I see that took you two posts to say that. And as a service to
newbies like you, I'll have you know that only low life scum post from
google as their main interface to Usenet.

Killfiles are great, John. You really gotta try 'em out sometime.

So's sticking you're head up your ass and whistling Dixie (I
understand)!!

BAWAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAH

Have a great weekend Mr Soup you silly little thing - you know I
will!! ;o)

TFIF!!

On Thu, 21 Apr 2005 23:55:50 -0500, Proton Soup <[email hidden]>
wrote in misc.fitness.weights:

Quoted message said:

John Hanson said:

On 21 Apr 2005 17:03:29 -0700, "sex_goddess"
<[email hidden]> wrote in misc.fitness.weights:

Quoted message said:

Thank you John, we are all entitled to our opinions. Thank you for
sharing yours.

It never ceases to amaze me that in order to be considered acceptable
you must conform to the rules and regulations. Thus you must accept and
do as you are told and not use your own intellect or judgment to make
your own decisions.

The reason I have chosen not to conform is that I am not a "Sheep"
, but a leader, an individual who does not take everything at face
value and is not afraid to challenge the system.

I am a leader not a follower.

But please continue to conform if this makes you feel like you belong.

I see that took you two posts to say that. And as a service to
newbies like you, I'll have you know that only low life scum post from
google as their main interface to Usenet.

Killfiles are great, John. You really gotta try 'em out sometime.

I'd miss most of the humor.

John Hanson said:

On Thu, 21 Apr 2005 23:55:50 -0500, Proton Soup <[email hidden]>
wrote in misc.fitness.weights:

Quoted message said:

John Hanson said:

On 21 Apr 2005 17:03:29 -0700, "sex_goddess"
<[email hidden]> wrote in misc.fitness.weights:

>
>Thank you John, we are all entitled to our opinions. Thank you for
>sharing yours.
>
>
>It never ceases to amaze me that in order to be considered acceptable
>you must conform to the rules and regulations. Thus you must accept and
>do as you are told and not use your own intellect or judgment to make
>your own decisions.
>
>The reason I have chosen not to conform is that I am not a "Sheep"
>, but a leader, an individual who does not take everything at face
>value and is not afraid to challenge the system.
>
>I am a leader not a follower.
>
>But please continue to conform if this makes you feel like you belong.

I see that took you two posts to say that. And as a service to
newbies like you, I'll have you know that only low life scum post from
google as their main interface to Usenet.

Killfiles are great, John. You really gotta try 'em out sometime.

I'd miss most of the humor.

Nah, because it's only funny the first time. Do you really giggle
every time it reposts that it's a leader not a follower with a 142 IQ?

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Proton Soup

"And all this peace has been deceiving,
I need some wind to get me sailing"