Using gym equipment in English
How to ask if someone is using a bench and if you can work in.
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Key phrases
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Ask if they are using the bench
I've got two more sets = I still have two sets left
Ask to share and take turns
work in = gym word: take turns on the same machine
Ask someone to watch and help if needed
spot = stay close in case you can't lift it; I've got you = I'll help you
Friendly: you helped me out
More casual; Anytime! = happy to help
Quick answers
Someone is by the machine: what to say in English
Say “Are you using this bench?” — ask if they are using the bench. I've got two more sets = I still have two sets left.
They are not finished yet: what to say in English
Say “Mind if I work in?” — ask to share and take turns. work in = gym word: take turns on the same machine.
You want more weight on the last set: what to say in English
Say “Could you spot me?” — ask someone to watch and help if needed. spot = stay close in case you can't lift it; I've got you = I'll help you.
Finished: what to say in English
Say “Thanks, I owe you one!” — friendly: you helped me out. More casual; Anytime! = happy to help.