I think you've already got the words you need:
"I don't want to cause an issue, and I really appreciate your support, but I need to do this on my own terms. After all, I haven't worked out with weights in over ten years."
You may need to sign up for your own membership anyway -- there's probably a limit to the number of times you can go as his guest.
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05-14-2011, 04:04 PM #1
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05-15-2011, 08:00 AM #2
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I'd try being direct too. If he's a friend he'll understand.
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05-15-2011, 08:33 AM #3
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..and if he doesn't, then maybe he's not worth having as a friend?
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05-15-2011, 08:46 AM #4
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Close your eyes, and think of Nancy Reagan.
Just say no.Each day is a gift, that's why it is called the present.
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05-15-2011, 08:47 AM #5
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Sounds to me like he's more interested in showing off and feeling superior by pushing you around, rather than having any real concern for your welfare. But that's just my impression.
I agree with all of the advice above.
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