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No doubt that an overweight exercise instructor may have plenty of great information. However, if I were seeking an instructor, I would prefer to find someone who has tested and benefitted from their own instruction and advice.
LOL, a fat man is OK but a fat woman is not for exercise. Right. Guys don't do cardio?
Agree. All I care about is whether they are a good enough instructor that I'm getting what I want out of the class. Especially in a class like Zumba, where each person styles differently.
A couple people said it's OK for Zumba. It's not a Zumba class. We use hand weights, do squats, lunges, crunches, planks, etc.
If the instructor can do everything along with the class, no problem. If the instructor is gasping for air or taking breaks, then I'm out. As someone said, mention it to management if it's that big a deal to you, or find another instructor. Or teach it your damn self.
A couple people said it's OK for Zumba. It's not a Zumba class. We use hand weights, do squats, lunges, crunches, planks, etc.
Overweight people who don't have knee issues can do squats, lunges, and planks. She may be overweight but if she has the form and stuff down pat, she can effectively teach the class. She's not a fitness newb even if she has allowed herself to become overweight. The only time I can think of where excess weight gets in the way is if you're doing high energy aerobic classes. Weights and stuff like that can be competently taught by someone who is overweight. It's no different than saying a thin person can't teach a strength class because they don't look ripped enough.
I've already mentioned here a few times that it's affecting her form and stamina. She can't kick out or squat or lunge as deep because her stomach is in the way. She is having us do less reps and easier moves because SHE can't do them.
I've already mentioned here a few times that it's affecting her form and stamina. She can't kick out or squat or lunge as deep because her stomach is in the way. She is having us do less reps and easier moves because SHE can't do them.
Does she need to perform these moves in order for you to benefit from her?
I've already mentioned here a few times that it's affecting her form and stamina. She can't kick out or squat or lunge as deep because her stomach is in the way. She is having us do less reps and easier moves because SHE can't do them.
So, not to put words in your mouth, but it sounds like it is adversely affecting your workout experience? If so, then yes, it's a problem in this particular case. However, I'm not entirely convinced that it can be generalized to every instructor ever who does not have a perfect physique.
I bet if my thread said that I am an exercise instructor and have gained so much weight from unhealthy eating that I'm usually the heaviest person in the room and can't understand why attendance is down, you all would be on MY case saying I'm not setting a good example and that I should look the part. Go figure...
I bet if my thread said that I am an exercise instructor and have gained so much weight from unhealthy eating that I'm usually the heaviest person in the room and can't understand why attendance is down, you all would be on MY case saying I'm not setting a good example and that I should look the part. Go figure...
I don't disagree, that's very likely/possible, but it sounds like you were expecting us to all pile on and join in the instructor bashing and now disappointed that not everyone did.
So is attendance down? Is this instructor complaining about it?
If her class is not working for you, find another class or complain to the gym owners. Vote with your wallet/feet.
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