Since I started regularly working out I have some good success with meeting guys through gym. I can offer the following tips and advice:
1. Remember that you are at the gym to workout, any cruising should come as a secondary bonus activity to your workout. There is nevertheless fun to be had, so don’t shut yourself off. In time guys will approach you to discuss technique and offer/ask for advice.
2. Log onto your preferred gay dating apps before you start your workout. Have a clear pic so that others looking around know who you are and what your are into/looking for. Don’t check your messages too often.
3. Wear something eye catching, but not too obvious to detract from your main purpose. See the attached pic of my gym shorts I wear when I am doing squats or deadlifts. I also wear a jockstrap, which gets attention in the changing room and is occasionally visible. Those that want to notice will do so.
4. “Correct yourself” when you have to, but don’t overdo it. Those that want to notice will do so. Be friendly and helpful, that way it is easier to strike up a conversation.
5. After your workout, use the gym showers. Once in the changing room, get naked. Don’t be too fased if you get a hard on, those that want to notice will do so. Once I am naked, I get my clothes ready, sling my towel over my shoulder and go and use the urinal whilst naked. This will get you noticed.
6. When in the shower I lather myself with soap and as I am uncut visibly pull back my foreskin and clean my cock and arse. I then succinctly check out who is around me and whether other guys move to shower closer to me for a better view or become visibly aroused. Look at others but don’t stare.
7. I tend to only check my phone for messages after I’ve had my shower and got dressed. Be seen to go for coffee or have a drink in the rest area. It gives guys the opportunity to approach you. If you have noticed others around you they may come and sit near you which gives you the opportunity to strike up a conversation.
8. Experience has taught me that using the gym at unpopular times (early Saturday mornings and late Sunday afternoons/evenings) bears the best results.
9. I’m not a fan of getting off in the gym or changing rooms, it’s not private and usually leads to a rushed encounter, but it has happened. Use your dating apps to connect with guys who are interested or who you have contacted.
When I was in the navy I had to opportunity to use a gym run by the USN. I met some great guys and had a lot of fun from connecting with guys from gym, but it has continued to my current gym. Be friendly and approachable and interesting things will happen.
Be patient and enjoy!