TLDR; first time trying cold approaching. Talked to two women. Got one Instagram, second woman had a boyfriend. And got hit on once, by a guy (I'm straight, but was flattering)

I'm 25M, with a good job and stable income. Still in partial lockdown in my city (bars are closed.. outdoors and fitness amenities are open). Its almost summer and the days have been nice and sunny. I was sitting at a park reading a book. This was early in the day (around 11) and there were not a lot of people. I did not go out with the intent of approaching anyone. I was scrolling through reddit and saw some field report posts from this subreddit, and though 'fu*k it, let's do it'. Looked around and there was a woman sitting a few feet away from me. I am pretty sure she was looking at me as well (hard to tell with glasses). After a few mins when I decided to leave, I just walked by here and told her I liked her hair. She had a positive response. So I continued the conversation and flirted a bit. Ended with asking for her Instagram and she gave it to me. Success!! I later messages her, and we might hang out next week (doesn't matter even if we don't).

Later that day, went to the park again. It was evening, so there were a lot more people. This time with the intent of doing at least one approach. Saw an attractive woman. But by the time I gathered the courage, she left. But there were still plenty of women around sitting alone. I picked the one sitting closest to me in an approachable position (not closed body or lying down). Went up to her (just before leaving) and told her I thought she was cute. She was very receptive and we flirted for a bit. Again the same sequence and asking for her Instagram. But she said she was seeing someone. I wished her a good day and left.

Next morning, I went swimming. I was biking back after the swim, and one of the guys who was swimming at the same time (I didn't notice him) pulled up next to me and asked me how my swim was. We were going in the same direction, so we chatted for a bit while riding. As we were about to diverge, he told me he was checking me out and asked if I was into guys. I said no, and he was cool about it. He did give me his number.

Notes: 1. This is a new account specifically for posting here. Been lurking form a different account, but I've posted some identifiable info from that account that I don't want out. 2. I have a decent face and good physique (muscular with visible abs when fasted). I've been approached by women multiple times in the past. I have approach anxiety that I am trying to fix, and expand my circle of comfort. 3. I tend to exchange instagram over phone number. I have an attractive lifestyle. I am pretty active - I do lots of hikes / sports. I've travelled a decent bit as well. Want to leverage that to setup dates.

Next steps: Approach women until it becomes boring. Might post updates here.