Working out is not only a physical challenge but a mental one. It takes a lot of confidence to navigate through a maze of anxiety as you sweat and your heart races to the point of a heart attack.
Now, no one likes to hear this, but the sad fact is that people can be very judgemental. One look and they act as if they’ve got you all figured out. That’s why it’s important to take initiative and focus on the task at hand.
But sometimes we all have our moments that just don’t work out in our favor and we break down.
Alberta, Canada native Shelby Rodriguez broke down in her car after being asked to leave the gym.
The 26-year-old mother-of-one posted a TikTok of herself crying after being asked to leave the gym she was attending. Shelby entered the gym wearing leggings and a sports bra, leaving less than an inch of skin exposed.
While it was a violation of the gym’s dress code, an employee allowed her to go in anyways.
‘She said, “It’s fine for this time but just so you know for next time.”‘ said Shelby in her TikTok video.
But midway into her workout, the program coordinator asked Shelby to leave. Shelby had been posting her workout routine to track her weight loss. “I’m so embarrassed,” Shelby said in the post as she sobbed. The video gained much support from people, calling her to name and shame the gym.
Some of the responses to the TikTok have been less than kind. However, there’s more to the story.
When Shelby posted her video, she received a lot of support and encouragement from commentators. Some, however, were less than kind. Many stated that Shelby did violate the dress code and was being “overly dramatic.”
Shelby pointed out a lot more details. For one, the employee should’ve turned her down in the first place, preventing a humiliating experience.
@shelby.bellzidk why I’m even posting this ##fatshaming ##weightloss ##weightlossjourney ##bodyimage ##bodypositivity ##weightlosstiktok ##weightlossforwomen ##foryoupage♬ original sound – shelby 𖥸
The staff member also made a rude comment about Shelby’s weight.
When Shelby commented on the no sports bra rules, the staff member said to her:
“Well, we just can’t have our bellies hanging out.”
Intentional or not, it’s still an insensitive thing to say. Also, Shelby took that staffer’s word and was even given a wristband allowing access to the workout facility. A disturbing lack of foresight on the employee’s part.
Going to the gym takes a lot of confidence, which can take a very long time to build up, so it can be easy to tear it down.
A gym is a place where people go to improve their lifestyle and their health. While dress codes should be respected, it’s important to treat people with due respect. It doesn’t take much to be kind and respectful, as it is something the world needs more of.
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