Is it normal to wear cologne to the gym?
Depends.It depends
It’s not unusual to wear cologne to the gym, but people are split on it. A light scent is usually fine; a strong one can be overwhelming in a crowded workout space.
Some people put on cologne as part of getting ready, even for the gym. Others prefer to keep scents out of workout spaces, where everyone is breathing hard in close quarters—and a fragrance that smells great in passing can feel pretty intense on a treadmill next door.
If you wear it, go very light. Deodorant and clean clothes are usually the safer gym staples, and skipping cologne is considerate if you know the scent is strong or other people have mentioned it.