TikTok has become the go-to platform for individuals seeking fame and popularity. Fitness influencers have flocked to the short-video sharing app in the last two years. Liver King and Bradley Martyn are among the most well-known names in the fitness industry who have leveraged the platform to reach wider audiences.
TikTok’s Fitness-Related Controversies
In September 2022, TikToker Zach Charlesworth of Montreal made headlines after being pranked by his friends. They tricked him into competing in a bodybuilding competition without any preparation. Although he was not stage-ready, he garnered praise for going against Men’s Physique contenders at the Montreal Summum Classic. A female TikToker went viral in October 2022 for wearing deceptive nude leggings that misled viewers into thinking she was not wearing any pants. She later explained her preference for nude colors to clarify the situation. Fitness sensation Joey Swoll has taken a stand against toxic gym behavior on TikTok. Months ago, he criticized a female TikToker who taunted a gym-goer for grunting too loudly while lifting heavy weights. He encouraged her to create a safe space for everyone since she was a trainer.
Kylen Suttner’s Experience of Body-Shaming
Kylen Suttner, a new mom, recently shared a video on TikTok recounting her experience of being shamed by a fellow gym-goer for wearing an allegedly inappropriate outfit at the gym. TikTok has become an outlet for users to share their personal experiences and spread awareness of social issues. The video garnered support from many users, with comments condemning the shaming behavior and expressing solidarity with Suttner.
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Joey Swoll Takes a Stand Against Poor Gym Etiquette on TikTok
Fitness sensation Joey Swoll has made it his mission to push back against toxic gym behavior on TikTok. He has been actively calling out instances of poor gym etiquette among users of the platform. Earlier this year, Swoll criticized a female TikToker who refused to share the equipment she was using with another gym-goer. He encouraged her to improve her behavior and not act in a hostile manner.
Swoll’s efforts to promote better gym behavior didn’t end there. He also took issue with another female TikToker named Jessica Fernandez, who had hurled insults at a man for glancing in her direction and offering help at the gym. Fernandez eventually admitted her mistake and issued a public apology message, inspired by Swoll’s callout.
TikTok User Shares Experience of Gym Shaming Over Revealing Sports Bra
Kylen Suttner, a 21-year-old new mom, took to TikTok to share her experience of being shamed by another gym-goer for the sports bra she wore to the gym. In a recent video, Suttner revealed that the other member accused her of wearing inappropriate attire that was too revealing. This incident highlights the ongoing issue of body shaming and inappropriate behavior at gyms.
“Guess it’s time to build a home gym,” she wrote.
“Do you really think you can walk around the gym wearing that? Your boobs are hanging out,” called out another gym-goer.
“Are you kidding me?” Suttner replied.
The other said, “No, we’re in a public place, do you not see everyone around you? No one wants to look at your boobs hanging out.”
“I am fine, thank you,” Suttner said.
The other said, “I don’t think you are. Whatever, put on a shirt next time.”
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TikTok Mom Refuses to Back Down Despite Gym-Shaming Incident
Kylen Suttner’s recent TikTok video about being shamed by a fellow gym-goer for her sports bra did not deter her from wearing what she wants to the gym. Suttner stated that she usually shows more skin and will continue to dress as she pleases.
TikTok Bro Breaks Nose While Flexing Too Hard
Three months ago, TikTok user Newas Sharif went viral after he passed out from flexing too hard and broke his nose when he crashed into a mirror.
TikTok Trend of Eating Dog Food Raises Concerns
A recent trend of consuming Pedigree dog food for its high protein content among TikTokers has raised concerns.
Negative Content Rises to the Top on TikTok
The latest gym-shaming incident involving Kylen Suttner is yet another example of negative content gaining popularity on TikTok.
Overview
TikTok has emerged as a breeding ground for individuals seeking fame and attention, including fitness influencers who have capitalized on the platform’s reach to expand their audience. Yet, controversies related to gym culture and body-shaming have also arisen on the platform. Joey Swoll, a well-known fitness influencer, has made it his mission to challenge toxic gym behavior on TikTok, calling out instances of poor gym etiquette among users. Meanwhile, Kylen Suttner, a new mom, recently shared her experience of being body-shamed at the gym in a video that received widespread support from users. Despite the incident, Suttner refuses to back down and has pledged to continue dressing as she pleases at the gym. The popularity of negative content on TikTok is also a growing concern, as seen in recent trends such as the consumption of dog food and a viral video of a user breaking his nose while flexing too hard.
Featured Image @ Kylen Suttner (TikTok)
