Why is it????

[WD]

Connie, I think you are right. I have never had a man that was really into fitness ask me that question. Now when my nephew got out of the military and stayed here his focus seemed to be on push ups. He kept wanting to challenge me to a push up contest. I never did it as I had a sore elbow and did not want it to develop into something worse. Besides I do pushups, but don't usually go out of my way to see how many I can do:-) I guess sometimes, depending on how it is asked, I feel embarrassed. I also hate answering because I do know most men can out bench press me.
Diane Sue

[mogambo]

I know it's just me feeling insecure, but I often react that way too Diane Sue. No matter how strong I am, most any man can out press me or any other exercise. Sad, but true. And maybe they are feeling threatened and want to point that out. Maybe not.

[Bobbi]

I agree with Nancy! :)

Diane, when they ask you, it's probably because your muscle development is so amazing (and gorgeous!!!). There aren't too many people out there who would assume I could bench very much at all. I can imagine snickering at the sight of me. BUT, while I may not be much to look at, I am strong as an ox and I stride around "as if I own the world". :) My mother once told me I walk as if I own the world and I loved that! And it's borne of being strong while still waiting for my muscularity to catch up with my strength. Maybe '05 will be the year that happens! LOL!
Bobbi http://www.handykult.de/plaudersmilies.de/chicken.gif "Chick's rule!"

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