I guess there's markets everywhere. That said, I lift fairly seriously, and the article repeats something silly: Participants say geek-themed fitness progr

I guess there's markets everywhere. That said, I lift fairly seriously, and the article repeats something silly: Participants say geek-themed fitness programs are less intimidating than big-box gyms, and more empathetic. Among the biggest reasons people don't join a gym is a fear of feeling intimidated or out of place. Being judged by the toned-and-tanned gym crowd is a real concern for many people, says Collin Anderson, a personal trainer who manages the "Cos-fit" Facebook page with workouts for people who dress in superhero and other costumes. "A lot of us may have some residual issues toward jocks," says Mr. Anderson, who lives in Renton, Wash. I've been going to gyms daily for more than a decade. If you're thinking of starting a training program, know that most of your fellow gym goers will ignore you. On the chance they aren't ignoring you, it's most likely because they're waiting for equipment you're using, or you're being obnoxious (talking on your phone, leaving puddles of sweat, not racking weights when you're done.) Seriously. Most people are just there to get a workout and don't have any time to bother others. Just go regularly, and in 6 months, you'll look like you belong there too.