5 Guys You See at Every Gym

Training comic · May 7, 2026 · 6 slides

This comic humorously highlights five common, annoying archetypes found in typical gym environments. By identifying behaviors like excessive grunting, hogging equipment, and offering unsolicited advice, it encourages gym-goers to be more self-aware and respectful of shared spaces. Practicing proper gym etiquette helps create a more welcoming and focused workout environment for everyone.

The GainFrame mascot is depicted as five different stereotypical gym-goers standing in a line, introducing the comic's theme of common gym archetypes.
Gainframe Guy 5 Guys You See at Every Gym
The GainFrame mascot is shown straining and screaming loudly while lifting a light barbell, illustrating the stereotype of 'The Grunter' who makes excessive noise for minimal weight.
#1 The Grunter Sounds like he's giving birth. Lifting 95 lb. AAARGH!!!
The GainFrame mascot sits on a gym bench looking at his phone while surrounding machines are marked as claimed, illustrating 'The Equipment Hog' who occupies multiple stations without using them.
#2 The Equipment Hog Claims 5 machines. Working on his phone.
The GainFrame mascot admires his muscles and poses in front of a full-length gym mirror, illustrating 'The Mirror Flexer' who spends more time looking at himself than working out.
#3 The Mirror Flexer More poses than reps.
The GainFrame mascot poses with a peace sign next to a ring light and tripod setup, illustrating 'The Influencer' who prioritizes recording content over actual training.
#4 The Influencer Ring light, tripod, 30-min setup, 1 set.
The GainFrame mascot points and gives unsolicited advice to a nervous gym-goer performing a squat, illustrating 'The Form Police' who interrupt others to critique their technique.
#5 The Form Police Uninvited critique on your squat.

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