1. Gym- This is our favorite choice for places to meet women because it satisfies the mind and body! Get healthy and hopefully find someone that you can enjoy that lifestyle with!  Lots of ladies go to the gym  to meet guys so, meeting women in a gym is a great strategy for you!

2. Museums- If you enjoy art or history, you have that common interest with a potential date and often can strike up a conversation when pausing at an art object.  Meeting women in a museum may not be an adrenaline rush but is still one of our top picks.

3. Grocery Store- Being the “helpless man” you are, there are numerous conversation starters in a grocery store.  Ask her how many minutes to cook rice or how do you really select the right grapefruit. Don’t come on too pushy. See if she seems interested after the Q&A and then proceed from there.

4. Cyber Cafe or bookstore- Lots of woman visit these places for the same reason as you, so feel free to approach someone casually if you feel the attraction. You will know immediately if she has a mutual interest!

5. Hardware Store- Home Depot and Lowes are perfect places to hang out. There are normally lots of helpless females there. If you are attentive to that fact, you may find yourself exchanging telephone numbers  or continuing that conversation at a cafe!

It is difficult for many guys to meet women when you are not an active bar hopper or incredibly sociable. Some guys are better in one on one situations and this might be a push for you to try a bit harder. Have some confidence in your abilities to attract a woman!

With the current economy, dating has become more challenging. Especially for a guy, the expense can be rather daunting.  Successfuldatingpro.com has compiled a great list of ideas for some fun and inexpensive dates for two!

1. 1.   Bike ride along a nature trail. What a great way to relax and have fun with your date! No cost for this afternoon date and what a healthy way to spend the afternoon.
2. 2.   Tour a local museum. Many small towns as well as cities have their own museum. Normally, they are inexpensive and some are actually free.
3. 3.   Local scenic or historic areas. A sunny afternoon would be great for a leisurely ride along some scenic routes or provide a day full of interesting info. Gives you both much to talk about!
4. 4.   Afternoon movie matinees. You might even still have money for a popcorn and coke!
5. 5.   Happy hour at your favorite hangout. Many bars even have free appetizers! Wine bars also often have free wine tastings!
6. 6.   Lunch or dinner at a pizzaria. Pizza and a two beverages will normally be under $20. Most people love pizza too!
7. 7.   If you both have dogs, take them to a local dog park or for a long walk.
8. 8.   A romantic picnic in the country or at a state park. You might even have money for a bottle of wine in your picnic basket!
9. 9.   Take in an out door jazz festival. Many are free and normally they have talented musicians, some well known!
10. 10. Prepare a nice dinner at home. Pull out some old cook books or better yet, browse online for some creative and tasty recipes. What better way to impress your date than a delicious home cooked meal prepared by you!