The fitness community is ablaze with controversy after a woman at a public gym body-shamed a shirtless man during his workout. In response, Swoll, a prominent figure in bodybuilding, intervened, prompting the gym owner to revoked the tik-tok woman’s membership.
In the viral TikTok video capturing the incident, the woman can be heard making derogatory remarks, suggesting that the shirtless man should have muscles if he chooses not to wear a shirt. Moreover, this caught the attention of Joey Swoll, renowned as the ‘CEO of Gym Positivity,’ who swiftly took action.
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Joey Swoll, known for his advocacy for inclusive fitness spaces, believes incidents like this discourage individuals from engaging in physical activity. Furthermore, he contends that such behavior perpetuates intimidation and keeps many people away from gyms, hindering their fitness journey.
Joey Swoll Takes Action – Tik Tok Woman’s Gym Membership Revoked for Body-Shaming Shirtless Man
Following his discussion with Absolute Recomp gym in Texas, Swoll learned that there are no rules prohibiting men from working out shirtless.
“If you’re not going to wear a shirt, can you at least have some muscles? Listen, I get it. You want to train at a gym where everyone keeps their shirt on, that’s fine but this gym isn’t one of them. I called Absolute Recomp in Texas and their rules say you can train with your shirt off.”
Also, Swoll further notes that filming the man without his consent violates gym regulations.
“You signed up there, therefore, you need to follow the rules, including the rule that says you don’t film people without their consent to post on social media. And people tried to tell you this yet you arrogantly posted your response when they tried to defend this man and you didn’t listen. Therefore, you get me,” said Joey Swoll.
After conversing with the owner, Swoll disclosed that the woman featured in the video has been banned from the gym.
“I also find it funny that you post calling them keyboard warriors that if you go to the same gym that they should come and find you that they should speak to you face-to-face, yet you think it’s okay to film that man and make fun of him literally behind his back without him knowing.
Just a heads up, they can’t find you at that gym anymore because I talked to the owner and your membership has been canceled. You need to do better, mind your own business.”
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Joey Swoll aims for better gym environments. He recently addressed Erin Banks, a former Men’s Physique Olympia, upset by interruptions during a training video. Banks apologized promptly. Swoll emphasized elite athletes’ role in setting positive examples in gyms.
Swoll’s efforts attract attention, notably from Arnold Schwarzenegger, a seven-time Mr. Olympia. Schwarzenegger praises Swoll’s dedication to fostering positivity in fitness.
Swoll’s movement gains traction. Expect fewer confrontations like these. He remains committed to advocating for voiceless individuals.
Overview
The fitness community buzzes as a Tik-Tok woman at a gym body-shames a shirtless man, prompting Joey Swoll to intervene and leading to the revoked her gym membership. Furthermore, swoll emphasizes respect for gym rules, including consent for filming, leading to the woman’s banishment from the gym. Also, Swoll’s efforts for positive gym environments extend beyond this incident, with his advocacy gaining attention from figures like Arnold Schwarzenegger.
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