Rock ON, guest. Much appreciation!

Cool! I mean it’s “not important” in relation to differences in opportunity, not self-identity. The term ‘white’ encompasses a lot of places of ancestry. If outside the perspective of US or similar (historical and statistical evidence of disparate treatment) then it’s fair to say not being able to tell Thai from Mongolian is equal to not being able to tell Italian from Celt or Swede. But inside the US? It’s often a back door to bad faith action and outright denial of reality. Not always. But often enough that it’s of a piece with racism to see non-white people as an indistinguishable monolith

As it happens, I’m fourth generation American with one set of great grandparents. However, I have ancestors who fought in the American Revolution, and all but two U.S. wars since then. Therefore, I don’t see myself as a fourth generation American.
Your argument stands. I don’t know if OP is American or another country. From a unique American perspective, origin of European ancestory is not important. From the perspective of Europeans, I’m wrong. I didn’t mean to cause offense or belittle other perspectives. I’m aware of but often struggle with a highly US-centric perspective, and I’m sorry if that caused me to be dismissive and blinkered. I appreciate the feedback!

(I do understand she doesn’t seem to have cultivated any relationship prior to the ask, but unless she specifically said it was for display/art project, it’s wrong.
Of course, if they provided it without asking her if she wanted it first, then they have no right to consent. I mean, clearly in that case ‘consent’ is not an important principle for them.)

If you already attend the gym a lot but just get scared, yeah, that’s reasonable. Take prevention measures as I mention, including picking a gym that acts against weirdos. That way they aren’t there to hang around inside or outside and bother you during workout or as you leave.

Look, it is beyond unacceptable to make someone interact with you when they are stuck somewhere. Exercising is definitely one of those times! So the people around you are invested in having no such behavior.
This is my experience, based on who I know. If you have a gym where it is tolerated, MOVE. I would bet a lot of money that is not the typical in your area.
If it’s a regular gym, with normal gym attitudes, sit a friend down and explain you are afraid to go. You need some help. Get your friend to accompany you. Watch carefully and observe people brushing off unwanted attention. Find people who you feel are safe. If necessary, try different times or even gyms until you are in a space you are comfortable. Pick a gym that has reliable parking close to the door. Maybe pick one that has a person who is required or able to walk you to your car as soon as you ask?
You’re not required to be uncomfortable so you’re “not causing trouble”. It’s your Earth, too. Enjoy it.

There may be some weirdos, but it’s pretty gutsy to go to the gym strictly to harass or even bother females. First, because you’ll probably be thrown out if you do (for several reasons). Second, because you’re more likely to be confronted - up to and included a beatdown.
The type of guy who comes to the gym to workout on the regular is usually patient, kind, and focused. His workout plan is just another thing he committed to. His personal relationships are usually strong, and he takes his responsibilities seriously.
He is not interested in being patient or overlooking selfish or predatory behavior. He is offended as a man that women have to be afraid or polite when they are uncomfortable. He will not be kind to or ignore the moron who is abusing the gym or the good nature of the ladies trying to have a pleasant time and take care of their health.