Regular exercise is essential for managing back pain, but the fitness industry's emphasis on numbers can be overwhelming and discouraging. Class-based workouts are preferred for motivation, yet instructors often use numbers as a tool of discomfort. The struggle with numerical data extends beyond fitness to everyday life, such as basic calculations and scheduling. Concerns about beauty standards, misinformation, and the pressure from influencers pervade the fitness culture, raising questions about the industry's impact on personal well-being. Overall, the fixation on numbers can feel torturous rather than empowering.
The fitness industry has a lot to answer for: untenable beauty standards, intolerable influencers, toxic gym culture, and rampant misinformation. The counting methods of instructors often feel cruel and torturous.
I prefer class-based workouts because I'm naturally lazy and respond well to authority. Numbers in fitness, from BMI to rep counts, feel daunting, creating a sense of personal victimization.
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