She openly rolls her eyes or lectures you if you skip a leg day.
You become afraid to lift or try new things without their approval.
I'm not asking for much, just a little bit of respect and trust that I know what I'm doing. I love working out with my mom, but sometimes I wish she'd treat me like the adult I am. My Gym Mommy Treats Me Like A Kid-
Here’s a text based on that prompt, written from the perspective of an adult or older teen reflecting on their “gym mommy” dynamic:
You reach for a protein bar that has 2 grams of sugar. She slaps it out of your hand and replaces it with a boiled egg she brought from home in a Tupperware container. “You don’t need that processed junk. Mommy made you a snack.” You are 35 years old. You have a 401k. You are eating a cold egg in the parking lot while crying. She openly rolls her eyes or lectures you
Some veterans feel a need to "protect" newbies from injury. However, they lack the coaching skills to do so politely.
Constantly correcting posture, depth, and technique. I love working out with my mom, but
She provides the "tough love" needed to stay consistent.
Until then? Drink your water. Go to bed. And for heaven's sake, stop complaining on Reddit and go do your accessory work.