That's interesting that it's different in different parts of the country.

 

We have a women's, girl's, family, men's, and boy's locker rooms at our Y. The most annoying part for me is knowing that the me have a hot tub in their locker room and the women don't!

 

I wonder what caused that difference? Also, I'm glad that girl stared at you. Maybe it would help her realize that there's plenty of time for sex... later. ;-) While I think pregnant women are beautiful, I would imagine from a teen's perspective it would be overwhelming.

 

Aaahhh! Attack of the Puritans!

We learn shame from a very early age around these parts. Personally I couldn't care less who is staring at my white butt when i'm changing in a locker room but I'm the exception here in Mass.

 

It's funny isn't it, how different people are about modesty? Some people just let it all hang out, while others wait in line to change in the toilet stall. I guess it does have alot to do with your own body image and perhaps how you were raised.

Interesting post!

Lizzy

 

I'm kind of in between. I'm not quite a bathroom changer but I do try and dress quickly so as not to have my jiggly parts hanging out for all the see.

 

When I first started going to the gym I was nervous about changing. Then I realized how many different body types passed through that changing room and it actually made me more confident and motivated.

The gym I went to for awhile where I live now was always filled with skinny women wearing actual exercise gear - not baggy t-shirts and yoga pants like me. It make me not want to go.

It is amazing the effect that a comfortable place to exercise can have.