I know it's a joke strip, but don't worry about being judged at the gym, only the 1% bottom dregs of gym goers do that. Most of us know it's difficult and respect you for trying, we won't bother you unless you might injure yourself.
And that woman is quietly getting jacked af, look that massive back in her last panel
That's the smell of dedication, the smell of a hero who went above and beyond. Inhale it with pride, as you are deemed worthy to follow in their footsteps.