As the gym started filling up last night, there appeared these two skinny boys, maybe 13-14 years old, being 'mentored' by one of those gruff old guys (which one of you was it?), possibly as part of a 'big brother' program, or maybe a 'scared straight' program. I dunno what they do nowadays.
Anyway, big old guy had them set up for bench press in the Smith Machine, and was trying to get them fired up. Those poor skinny boys were so frightened and plaintive, squirming around on the bench, like they were bargaining for their very lives.
Overheard quotes, all from the mentor:
"Alright, you're gonna do ten of these!"
"The wider you put your hands out, the easier it will be."
"Alright, then, gimme six!"
"Yes! You WILL hurt tomorrow! And you're gonna love it!"
"Can you just do four? Gimme four!"
The kid did actually get his four reps in. Wonder if I'll ever see them again.