News - woman asked to cover her toned body in the gym?
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"Planet Fitness has a dress code policy that prohibits tank tops, midriff bearing tops or muscle shirts that would otherwise intimidate the other members."
Lol. The new Taliban of fitness.
NO TANK TOPS?
F That noise! Tank tops are my way of life!!! Good thing they don't offer a pool as part of their schtick.
I do not want your bare, sweaty body touching the machines and have to follow you! What if you had eczema?
Excuse me? Do you even know what the hell eczema is? Clearly not, so allow me to enlighten you, it's dry, scaly, unsightly patches that are often so itchy you'll scratch until you bleed, will discolor your skin, and are horrifically embarrassing for the sufferer. However for people such as yourself the only issue you may suffer from is having to look upon someone with eczema and not liking what you see. Presuming they aren't scratching themselves raw on the treadmill I think, somehow, you'll survive using the machine after them.
I suppose this is that nonjudgmental attitude PF is all about?0 -
If you can't wear tank tops than wtf can you wear? What the hell kinda dress code doesn't allow tank tops?
Places like PF that does not want nasty, bare, sweaty skin touching machines that others use! I do not want to touch someone elses funk:huh:0 -
This is ridiculous.
this was my thought too!0 -
If you can't wear tank tops than wtf can you wear? What the hell kinda dress code doesn't allow tank tops?
Places like PF that does not want nasty, bare, sweaty skin touching machines that others use! I do not want to touch someone elses funk:huh:
Because wearing a short sleeved shirt instead of a tank top keeps..what, the shoulders from touching things? As long as those shoulders are covered you're totally protected from other people's 'funk'.0 -
i have to be careful about what I say..i got banned the other night so ....the purple gym is a joke...i was a member for about a year and a half and i never have been treated so rude in my life...im 61 years old and have been a member of many gyms...the purple gym...planet fit is a joke...
long story but there were lots of girls mostly who wore close to nothing...if you were a friend of the staff, you were ok....but if they didnt like you...you were treated rude.....
i call it...DIFFERENT RULES FOR DIFFERENT FOLKS...
lots of gyms are matching the low monthly fees now so anyone can find a good gym they like...My new gym is WORLD GYM
love it there0 -
"Planet Fitness has a dress code policy that prohibits tank tops, midriff bearing tops or muscle shirts that would otherwise intimidate the other members."
Lol. The new Taliban of fitness.
NO TANK TOPS?
F That noise! Tank tops are my way of life!!! Good thing they don't offer a pool as part of their schtick.
I do not want your bare, sweaty body touching the machines and have to follow you! What if you had eczema?
Excuse me? Do you even know what the hell eczema is? Clearly not, so allow me to enlighten you, it's dry, scaly, unsightly patches that are often so itchy you'll scratch until you bleed, will discolor your skin, and are horrifically embarrassing for the sufferer. However for people such as yourself the only issue you may suffer from is having to look upon someone with eczema and not liking what you see. Presuming they aren't scratching themselves raw on the treadmill I think, somehow, you'll survive using the machine after them.
I suppose this is that nonjudgmental attitude PF is all about?
You have totally missed the point, it is a hygiene issue, any dermis problem can be spread, and yes I do know what eczema is, I help treat my Dad for it....daily.................My other point is that I don't want all that sweaty, bare skin on the equipment that I use. PF has rules, she knew the rules, they handeled it very diplomatically and you can just get off your high horse and read what people post first.0 -
"Planet Fitness has a dress code policy that prohibits tank tops, midriff bearing tops or muscle shirts that would otherwise intimidate the other members."
Lol. The new Taliban of fitness.
NO TANK TOPS?
F That noise! Tank tops are my way of life!!! Good thing they don't offer a pool as part of their schtick.
I do not want your bare, sweaty body touching the machines and have to follow you! What if you had eczema?
Excuse me? Do you even know what the hell eczema is? Clearly not, so allow me to enlighten you, it's dry, scaly, unsightly patches that are often so itchy you'll scratch until you bleed, will discolor your skin, and are horrifically embarrassing for the sufferer. However for people such as yourself the only issue you may suffer from is having to look upon someone with eczema and not liking what you see. Presuming they aren't scratching themselves raw on the treadmill I think, somehow, you'll survive using the machine after them.
I suppose this is that nonjudgmental attitude PF is all about?
You have totally missed the point, it is a hygiene issue, any dermis problem can be spread, and yes I do know what eczema is, I help treat my Dad for it....daily.................My other point is that I don't want all that sweaty, bare skin on the equipment that I use. PF has rules, she knew the rules, they handeled it very diplomatically and you can just get off your high horse and read what people post first.
They handled it very poorly and totally disrespected the woman on question. It wasn't a hygine issue (since the rule is no strappy tank tops and actually allows the ones with thicker bands, so bye to that line of reasoning.) They didn't say "your attire doesn't match the dress code." Which would have been fine.
They said "You're intimidating the other people." On what crazy *kitten* planet is that diplomatic? If you want to be an apologist for that crap gym then do you, but please don't spout off things that don't make sense, such as acting as if using a machine after someone is any more of a hygiene issue than using one after someone without eczema.0 -
If you can't wear tank tops than wtf can you wear? What the hell kinda dress code doesn't allow tank tops?
Places like PF that does not want nasty, bare, sweaty skin touching machines that others use! I do not want to touch someone elses funk:huh:
what if someone just took a dump in the locker room, wiped their *kitten*, did not wash their hands, and then used a machine and they were in sweat pants and long sleeves…I guess you would be OK with that and "feel" safe….
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How many of you were there when this woman was told that she was in violation of the dress code. None. That's what I thought. Yet, we are all taking this woman's word as gospel. Of course, she is telling the truth. Of course, it couldn't be that simple that she violated the code and was asked to cover up or she would have to leave. Of course, that ogre of a worker was wrong. No one who works for a corporation could ever be in the right.
You know, no one wants to admit they are wrong so when they retell the story, they add to it to make sure that people side with them. Think about the last time something along those lines happened to you. What sort of story did you spin?0 -
the arguments defended PF in this thread border on insanity…(I thought of another word, but do not feel like getting a strike)0
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How many of you were there when this woman was told that she was in violation of the dress code. None. That's what I thought. Yet, we are all taking this woman's word as gospel. Of course, she is telling the truth. Of course, it couldn't be that simple that she violated the code and was asked to cover up or she would have to leave. Of course, that ogre of a worker was wrong. No one who works for a corporation could ever be in the right.
You know, no one wants to admit they are wrong so when they retell the story, they add to it to make sure that people side with them. Think about the last time something along those lines happened to you. What sort of story did you spin?
It could be made up. However, Planet Fitness has based their entire business model on this type of behavior so I'm inclined to believe it.0 -
i pay my membership fees too, so I'll put my man sweat anywhere I please. Deal with it."Planet Fitness has a dress code policy that prohibits tank tops, midriff bearing tops or muscle shirts that would otherwise intimidate the other members."
Lol. The new Taliban of fitness.
NO TANK TOPS?
F That noise! Tank tops are my way of life!!! Good thing they don't offer a pool as part of their schtick.
I do not want your bare, sweaty body touching the machines and have to follow you! What if you had eczema?
Your gym needs to deal with it not me!0 -
People who don't work out and don't grasp the benefits or how good the endorphin release feels after a good hard workout invented the word gymtimidation because of whatever insecurity they feel, because they are ignorant/envious of people who grasp and employ the concept. Good for you covered lady, this is ridiculous!0
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LOL... :laugh: I SAW THAT MESS! :grumble: :noway: I read it in disbelief!!!!! I LOVE TO SEE THE PEOPLE WHO ARE TONED B/C IT LETS ME KNOW ITS POSSIBLE FOR ME TO RISE FROM THE ASHES OF MY LIFE - AS WELL. I WILL NEVER SET FOOT IN THAT PLACE!!!!! NOT EVEN IF THEY PAID ME TO COME!!!! ALL THEIR TONED PEOPLE SHOULD REBEL..... AND LET THEIR DOLLARS PROTEST FOR THEM!!! :flowerforyou:
ITS A STUPID POLICY!!!!!! WHO EVER HEARD OF SUCH A THING!? I GUESS THEY DON'T HAVE TRAINERS THERE.... AND IF THEY DO - THEY ARE MORBIDLY OBESE.
SOUNDS LIKE REVERSE INTIMIDATION TO ME..... IF THE TONED PEOPLE CAN'T COME AND SIMPLY DO THEIR WORKOUT WITHOUT OTHERS COMPLAINING. ITS A FREE COUNTRY - ISN'T IT?
GUESS NOT AT THAT SILLY GYM!
YOU KNOW WHAT *ISN'T*...
*ahem* ...sorry...
You know what *isn't* a stupid policy? Prohibiting excessive caps lock usage in the forums.
I could totally get behind that policy.
ETA: And that "it's a free country" thing? That's applicable to government intervention, not for private businesses making policies (that don't otherwise violate some aspects where the government has already intervened for the greater good and all that).
:drinker: Good point made to the poster being so hysterical0 -
Join a gym without a dress code if you want to show your stomach.
When I worked out at the YMCA, a woman was asked to leave because she was in a glorified pair of underwear and bra with a Nike logo on it. You can work out just as well in a tshirt and an actual pair of shorts.
They only dress like that because they want attention. If you want to walk around in a sports bra, go to Walmart. They don't seem to have a dress code.
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Join a gym without a dress code if you want to show your stomach.
When I worked out at the YMCA, a woman was asked to leave because she was in a glorified pair of underwear and bra with a Nike logo on it. You can work out just as well in a tshirt and an actual pair of shorts.
They only dress like that because they want attention. If you want to walk around in a sports bra, go to Walmart. They don't seem to have a dress code.
That is just simply not true. It is best to wear as little, tight fitting clothing as possible so that you can see exactly whats going on in the mirror. You don't think they put those mirrors all over the gym so people can gawk at themselves do you? They are for watching your form and bettering your technique, something you can't see in sweats or baggy clothing. Educate yourself before you make that kind of statement.
This and I also hate my clothes bunching up on me. A tight pair of athletic pants is WAY more comfy than a pair of shorts that crawl and bunch when you're running.I hate t-shirts when I'm running or boxing. Can't stand worrying about tucking it in when I'm planking so that someone cant see up my shirt. I can't imagine doing box jumps with a t-shirt flopping around.
I also like seeing my strength gains. When I am boxing, I like seeing the muscles pop in my shoulders and biceps. When I am lifting, I like being able to see which muscle groupings are being activated. I like feeling proud of my accomplishment.
So for me it's clear that I'd never want to go there. I go where I am comfortable.
Which right now, apart from my boxing club. Is at home in my basement.
My cat doesn't complain about my short shorts, knee highs and sport bra.
OMG.............do you also kiss the mirror while you 'pop' here there and everywhere:ohwell:0 -
methinks someone feels strongly about this topic.0
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How many of you were there when this woman was told that she was in violation of the dress code. None. That's what I thought. Yet, we are all taking this woman's word as gospel. Of course, she is telling the truth. Of course, it couldn't be that simple that she violated the code and was asked to cover up or she would have to leave. Of course, that ogre of a worker was wrong. No one who works for a corporation could ever be in the right.
You know, no one wants to admit they are wrong so when they retell the story, they add to it to make sure that people side with them. Think about the last time something along those lines happened to you. What sort of story did you spin?
yet, you were there and somehow know it did not happen?0 -
They advertise that they are a gym without "stereotypes" and they have a fan base because of that reason.
A gym without stereotypes?!?
My head just exploded trying to respond to this, and that never happens. My head never explodes. And it just did. Figuratively!!! My head just figuratively exploded.0 -
Just curious - does the contract you sign when you join PF clearly articulate the dress code? Second, based on comments, PF dress code prohibits tank tops. Does anyone else find it funny that they sell on their website PF tank tops, sports bras and short running shorts? Maybe if her top had the PF logo the staff wouldn't have said anything.0
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Are you intimidated when at the beach and someone looks better than you?I kind of agree with the gym. I belong to a gym where there is a lot of extremely fit people and it does kind of intimidate you when I see a woman walking around in a sports bra and I've been on the treadmill for ten minutes sweating like a pig. They advertise that they are a gym without "stereotypes" and they have a fan base because of that reason. They have to stick to their advertising or they will be like all the other gyms. I believe it's just from a business standpoint.
Are you initimidated when driving through a nicer neighborhood with bigger houses than yours?
Are you initimidated when some hangs adnvanced degrees on their office walls?
Where does the initimidation end? Are you constantly initimidated by life?
Meh, people with big houses are usually more intimidated by the people in small dumpy houses. That's why when they try to put up affordable housing near those big houses everyone goes bonkers and says "not in my neighborhood!" Happens all the time in my city. It's common for the elites to feel like everyone should be elite and that only other elites need be around them.
Public housing brings down property value. If I paid a crap ton to live in some fancy area in a fancy house I'd like the area to retain it's value and protesting things that are known to bring down value isn't a matter of intimidation, it's common sense.
^ And this is why I can't afford to live on Beacon Hill (nice Boston), while knowing people who live off of wellfare and are able to live in high-rise apartments and condos. Oh, 2,400 a month won't cut it for me? I have to live an hour out of the city and commute? Oh, okay, enjoy paying 400 dollars a month, people who don't work >>
Also how does TANKTOP intimidate anyone?
Even though my head already exploded, a bunch of fire works just started exploding like crazy in what was left of my head.0 -
Are you intimidated when at the beach and someone looks better than you?I kind of agree with the gym. I belong to a gym where there is a lot of extremely fit people and it does kind of intimidate you when I see a woman walking around in a sports bra and I've been on the treadmill for ten minutes sweating like a pig. They advertise that they are a gym without "stereotypes" and they have a fan base because of that reason. They have to stick to their advertising or they will be like all the other gyms. I believe it's just from a business standpoint.
Are you initimidated when driving through a nicer neighborhood with bigger houses than yours?
Are you initimidated when some hangs adnvanced degrees on their office walls?
Where does the initimidation end? Are you constantly initimidated by life?
Meh, people with big houses are usually more intimidated by the people in small dumpy houses. That's why when they try to put up affordable housing near those big houses everyone goes bonkers and says "not in my neighborhood!" Happens all the time in my city. It's common for the elites to feel like everyone should be elite and that only other elites need be around them.
Public housing brings down property value. If I paid a crap ton to live in some fancy area in a fancy house I'd like the area to retain it's value and protesting things that are known to bring down value isn't a matter of intimidation, it's common sense.
^ And this is why I can't afford to live on Beacon Hill (nice Boston), while knowing people who live off of wellfare and are able to live in high-rise apartments and condos. Oh, 2,400 a month won't cut it for me? I have to live an hour out of the city and commute? Oh, okay, enjoy paying 400 dollars a month, people who don't work >>
Also how does TANKTOP intimidate anyone?
Even though my head already exploded, a bunch of fire works just started exploding like crazy in what was left of my head.
maybe you should remove yourself from the threads and calm your head down...0 -
Are you intimidated when at the beach and someone looks better than you?I kind of agree with the gym. I belong to a gym where there is a lot of extremely fit people and it does kind of intimidate you when I see a woman walking around in a sports bra and I've been on the treadmill for ten minutes sweating like a pig. They advertise that they are a gym without "stereotypes" and they have a fan base because of that reason. They have to stick to their advertising or they will be like all the other gyms. I believe it's just from a business standpoint.
Are you initimidated when driving through a nicer neighborhood with bigger houses than yours?
Are you initimidated when some hangs adnvanced degrees on their office walls?
Where does the initimidation end? Are you constantly initimidated by life?
Meh, people with big houses are usually more intimidated by the people in small dumpy houses. That's why when they try to put up affordable housing near those big houses everyone goes bonkers and says "not in my neighborhood!" Happens all the time in my city. It's common for the elites to feel like everyone should be elite and that only other elites need be around them.
Public housing brings down property value. If I paid a crap ton to live in some fancy area in a fancy house I'd like the area to retain it's value and protesting things that are known to bring down value isn't a matter of intimidation, it's common sense.
^ And this is why I can't afford to live on Beacon Hill (nice Boston), while knowing people who live off of wellfare and are able to live in high-rise apartments and condos. Oh, 2,400 a month won't cut it for me? I have to live an hour out of the city and commute? Oh, okay, enjoy paying 400 dollars a month, people who don't work >>
Also how does TANKTOP intimidate anyone?
Even though my head already exploded, a bunch of fire works just started exploding like crazy in what was left of my head.
maybe you should remove yourself from the threads and calm your head down...
Luckily it just completely regenerated.0 -
I don't see a problem with what she is wearing but rules are rules. I haven't heard of planet fitness but they obviously cater to a certain market and I don't see anything wrong with that. I have never felt intimidated by fitter people, but there was a time 60+ pounds ago that I felt I didn't really belong at a gym so I can understand the thinking behind it.
I kind of feel it's like going to the church as an atheist and getting upset when they start talking about God, it's obviously not designed for me so either be respectful and take part or leave and let the people who appreciate it enjoy it in peace.0 -
Are you intimidated when at the beach and someone looks better than you?I kind of agree with the gym. I belong to a gym where there is a lot of extremely fit people and it does kind of intimidate you when I see a woman walking around in a sports bra and I've been on the treadmill for ten minutes sweating like a pig. They advertise that they are a gym without "stereotypes" and they have a fan base because of that reason. They have to stick to their advertising or they will be like all the other gyms. I believe it's just from a business standpoint.
Are you initimidated when driving through a nicer neighborhood with bigger houses than yours?
Are you initimidated when some hangs adnvanced degrees on their office walls?
Where does the initimidation end? Are you constantly initimidated by life?
Meh, people with big houses are usually more intimidated by the people in small dumpy houses. That's why when they try to put up affordable housing near those big houses everyone goes bonkers and says "not in my neighborhood!" Happens all the time in my city. It's common for the elites to feel like everyone should be elite and that only other elites need be around them.
Public housing brings down property value. If I paid a crap ton to live in some fancy area in a fancy house I'd like the area to retain it's value and protesting things that are known to bring down value isn't a matter of intimidation, it's common sense.
^ And this is why I can't afford to live on Beacon Hill (nice Boston), while knowing people who live off of wellfare and are able to live in high-rise apartments and condos. Oh, 2,400 a month won't cut it for me? I have to live an hour out of the city and commute? Oh, okay, enjoy paying 400 dollars a month, people who don't work >>
Also how does TANKTOP intimidate anyone?
Even though my head already exploded, a bunch of fire works just started exploding like crazy in what was left of my head.
maybe you should remove yourself from the threads and calm your head down...
Luckily it just completely regenerated.
LOL well that is good news….0 -
Planet Fitness is a joke. I'm glad I never signed up for that gym. I will never sign up for a gym that tells me I can't wear tank tops.
I *like* seeing people's muscles and midriffs at the gym. I'm at the gym for a reason! To get muscles and midriffs just like the people that work out there!
Oy vey.0 -
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LOL this really made me laugh out loud…
and yes, this!0 -
why don't they just call it PD = Planet Douche0
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The derogatory way some have talked about PF members on here kind of illustrates why some people may feel more comfortable starting out in that environment.0
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