How often should I initiate a conversation in the gym?

[bluecollar]

I know the gym is the setting where people want to get things done and don't want to be interrupted. I think that there needs to be a general rule on how many times and for how long you talk to people in the gym. Some people I see every day and it actually could work counterproductive if I were to Converse with them every time I seen them.

[Alex Penn]

Totally get it. Gym's a focused zone. Quick nods or a 'hey' works. Don't sweat it if convo's not flowing every time. Keep it light, keep it focused. What's your balance between acknowledging and not overdoing it?