Gym culture has changed and in 2026, how you behave in shared training spaces matters more than ever. From re-racking weights and respecting personal space to phone use, filming etiquette, hygiene habits, and being a supportive gym buddy, modern fitness is no longer just about how hard you train but how aware you are of others. Backed by verified research from public health bodies and global fitness organisations, this feature explores the small behaviors that make a big difference to safety, cleanliness, and community in gyms today. fitness presenter and mental fitness coach Liezel van der Westhuizen joins Africa Melane to unpack the latest evidence-based gym etiquette standards, common no-no’s still happening on gym floors, and how to be the kind of training partner everyone wants to work out next to

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Gym culture has changed and in 2026, how you behave in shared training spaces matters more than ever. From re-racking weights and respecting personal space to phone use, filming etiquette, hygiene habits, and being a supportive gym buddy, modern fitness is no longer just about how hard you train but how aware you are of others. Backed by verified research from public health bodies and global fitness organisations, this feature explores the small behaviors that make a big difference to safety, cleanliness, and community in gyms today. fitness presenter and mental fitness coach Liezel van der Westhuizen joins Africa Melane to unpack the latest evidence-based gym etiquette standards, common no-no&rsquo;s still happening on gym floors, and how to be the kind of training partner everyone wants to work out next to
Early Breakfast with Africa Melane is 702&rsquo;s and&nbsp;CapeTalk&rsquo;s&nbsp;early morning talk show.&nbsp;Experienced broadcaster&nbsp;Africa Melane brings you the early morning news, sports, business,&nbsp;and interviews politicians and analysts to help make sense of the world. He also&nbsp;enjoys chatting to guests in the lifestyle sphere and the Arts.&nbsp;All the interviews are podcasted for you to catch-up and listen.&nbsp; &nbsp; Thank you for listening to&nbsp;this podcast from&nbsp;Early Breakfast with Africa Melane&nbsp;
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Your early morning chat - traffic - news fix delivered in a relaxed manner. weekdays from 4 am to 6 am.

Early Breakfast with Africa Melane

Your early morning catch-up with chat, traffic and news delivered in a relaxed manner. weekdays from 4 am to 6 am.

Your early morning catch-up with chat, traffic and news delivered in a relaxed manner. weekdays from 4 am to 6 am.

Fitness: Gym etiquette in 2026 what your workout habits say about you

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