Brute Strength Gym

 

 

“How do I become BOM?”

 

     A number of members have been asking, “How do I become BOM?”  Enough, in fact, that I decided to try and put into words how one earns this title.  It’s not easy to define.  It is easier; in fact, to tell you what it is not.  It is not: Just winning a contest.  Just being strong.  Just being a “nice” person.  Getting the idea?   

     Every month the owners (Liz and I), the manager (Stella) and staff take a look at our members and try and decide who has done the most to earn “BOM!”  It is not easy.  There are a lot of GREAT people at this gym.  An incredible number, actually.  We look at the nominations from the box, up front.  We talk amongst ourselves and come up with the person we feel most fiercely represents Brute Strength Gym (BSG).  Here are most the things we look at and talk about: 

      First, and foremost, you must be a current member of B.S.G.  I think that makes perfect sense, although we have had a few suggestions in the “Suggestion box” nominating people that were not members at the time of the suggestion.  So I thought I better include this requirement.

      You must be dedicated to your work out.  You don’t have to be the strongest person in the gym, but you need to work hard at improving yourself and your workout.  We have to see you on a regular basis and see that you give it your all, while you are here.

     You have to be a “good person.”  You have to be helpful and respectful of other members and the gym.  Abusing the equipment and interfering with other members will not get you noticed in a positive way.  We don’t expect you to constantly “spot” other members; you just can’t be intrusive on others.

      It certainly helps if you are there for BSG when we need you.  We consider you family.  We try to be there for you, if you need us (which many of you can attest to, on a personal level).  We only ask the same of you.  Again, just treat us like you treat your self and home.  Pick up after yourself and others.  Keep the gym clean and don’t abuse the equipment.  If you have the time and desire to volunteer at contests, even better.  You have our eternal gratitude for your help!  We can’t make it without you. 

     We are truly grateful when we see you “represent.”  Wear our shirts, hats, etc..with pride.  Tell your friends about us.  Tell your friends how you have improved since coming to BSG.  There are very few gyms like BSG and you should be proud to be part of this gym.  We are very proud to have you as members and part of our family.  Again, it helps to see you compete in your chosen field of endeavor.  It is not mandatory, but it helps.

     Then there is the “intangible.”  Just something that screams, “I am special! I am a Brute Strength BOM!”  Every month we have 3 or 4 people that are just as deserving as the next.  It always comes down to that “thing” that can’t be defined.  That “thing” that says I earned it.  I am special.  I am the Brute of the Month!

     We hope this helps.  I wish I could make each and everyone of you our BOM.  That is not life or “the rules.”  As “The Highlander” says, “There can be only one!”  I am grateful beyond words, that you have chosen to share the dream we call, Brute Strength Gym.  I wish you all the best of luck in your chosen sport and reaching your chosen goals.  If there is anything we can do to help; let us know.  You are family and we are here for you.

 

Yours truly,

David Peters

Owner of Brute Strength Gym