Is Wearing Cologne To The Gym A Good Idea?

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Centeno discusses the etiquette and best fragrances for wearing to the gym. He argues that while consideration for others is important, wearing fragrance to the gym is acceptable when done thoughtfully. Centeno explains how fragrances can be used as conditioning triggers to enhance workout motivation and performance, then recommends over a dozen specific fragrances suited for gym use.

Key takeaways

• Centeno argues that gym fragrances should be light, applied sparingly, and chosen to avoid overpowering others who may have allergies or sensitivities
• Centeno contends that fragrances can condition the brain to associate certain scents with workout performance, similar to how coffee smell triggers alertness
• Centeno recommends specific fragrances for gym use including Roger Dove’s Elisia, Acqua Di Gio Profondo, Coach Open Road, Dior Homme Cologne, and Creed’s Silver Mountain Water, among others
• Centeno advises against wearing fragrances with heavy amber, gourmand, overly spicy, or sweet notes to the gym as they can be obnoxious and distracting

Episode details: published September 2, 2023 · 40K views · 15:37 long. Summary written by Self Growth Videos from the episode itself. The style advice summarized here is Antonio Centeno’s own teaching and opinion, presented for education; product recommendations are his, not ours. Summaries are written by Self Growth Videos from each video itself.

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