FemaleWarrior, how do I support female athletes at the gym without coming on too strong/ as a know it all? I sometimes see women struggling with proper techniques but am afraid to come on wrong if I talk to them about it.

imfemalewarrior:

So I don’t know what your gender is (not that you have to tell me! I just don’t want to make an assumption either way so I’ll stick with more general advice) so I’m just going to say: ask if she wants your help first. If she says no just leave her alone. Don’t get defensive if she speaks harshly to you. Be respectful; you’re probably an adult so you know how to be respectful to someone. 

It’s good that you want to support Women in the gym, but in approaching them with offers of advice exercise common sense and common respect. 

@warriormale any input? 

Do any followers have more specific advice since I don’t really go to the gym? 

-FemaleWarrior 

Really good question.

It all depends on the situation.

If a trainer is running a fight sport class and he sees that a female needs help with technique, he can verbally instruct her what to do (i.e. hold, move, counter, etc). If its not working, then ask her if she would like help. Always ask first and not single out.

Always show by example on other fighter first. But always ask if help is needed and wanted if the move is not working.

Always show Respect.

WarriorMale