I decided to check out my gym’s weight lifting class this morning. It’s been a little over a week since I’ve worked out. But I figure I’m in good shape. I consistently err on the side of more weight than the instructor recommends. After all, most of the people in the class are female, and they’re socialized to be less athletic, right? (okay, so I have an arrogant, misogynist, prick inside, check. But at least I try to keep it in my own head). <\/p>\n
Fast forward to half way through the class. I’m having trouble keeping up. Dripping sweat. My mouth has gone dry, I’m seeing stars. I can feel something unpleasant approaching though I’m not sure whether I’m about to vomit or faint. I decide both would be very bad outcomes. I sit down on my bench. When I feel like I’m out of imminent danger, I go to the back of the room to avoid disrupting the class further. This after only 30 minutes. My water bottle isn’t helping. <\/p>\n
I’ll go with lower weight next time.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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