How to Protect Yourself from Gym Germs

culled from:wikihow.com

Steps

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Wipe excess sweat off of the equipment - it's common sense, but it won't kill the germs on the equipment.

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   Use a sanitizer to wipe the equipment down if available - remember, using a sanitizer does not guarantee you will kill all of the germs/bacteria.
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   Use barrier protection.
   • Do not touch the equipment directly with bare hands! Infectious disease can be transmitted by contact.
     
   • Always put a towel on any equipment you are going to sit on.
     
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   Most gyms have sanitizer near the sink for you to use after or before washing your hands.