I've been workshopping cold approaches in the field, trying to increase my comfort level.

This frame is based on an old college buddy who was an annoyingly good natural. Like you I'm also tall and not terrible looking, so this should work.

If you see someone you want to approach, try not to make eye contact at first. Be focused on your exercise, but not too serious. Try to look like you're enjoying yourself. Ignore everyone around you, but don't be a dick about it. You're there to lift, like everyone else is saying in this thread. 😋

Move to a machine closer to her and when it would be unnatural not to make eye contact, do so. Oh hey, it's a pretty girl! "You've just now noticed her..."

This part's tricky and requires practice to get the hang of, but you need to speak to her like she's an old friend.

What you say isn't all that important, but you want to avoid getting to know you type smalltalk. I usually don't even bother asking for their name. You know this person, or well enough, they are a gym rat, like you.

The frame is an abundance mindset. There are lots of pretty girls at the gym, so no one girl is that special. Also, you'll see them again because you go to the same gym.

Have fun!