Touching in the Gym
I saw this: Is It Ever OK for Trainers to Touch Someone in the Gym?
There are two occasions when it's okay to touch someone that you don't know well:
1) They said you can.
2) They are about to get hurt and you can prevent it. Do not overlook the importance of this in a gym where spotting is of the essence and other mishaps may occur. This also includes other first aid type situations.
Otherwise, noooo touchie. Closer relationships tend to evolve a freer exchange of contact, but casual acquaintances should be more reserved than close friends.
When in doubt, use a flip chip! Designed for yoga, they work for any other occasion where hands-on assist may be desired at some times and not at other times. If the hands-off side is up, just stay well out of reach from the person. Some people have risky reflexes. This is an excellent tool for anyone with body-contact issues or who presents events with variable contact. It makes consent crystal clear without requiring any awkward conversation or explanation.
There are two occasions when it's okay to touch someone that you don't know well:
1) They said you can.
2) They are about to get hurt and you can prevent it. Do not overlook the importance of this in a gym where spotting is of the essence and other mishaps may occur. This also includes other first aid type situations.
Otherwise, noooo touchie. Closer relationships tend to evolve a freer exchange of contact, but casual acquaintances should be more reserved than close friends.
When in doubt, use a flip chip! Designed for yoga, they work for any other occasion where hands-on assist may be desired at some times and not at other times. If the hands-off side is up, just stay well out of reach from the person. Some people have risky reflexes. This is an excellent tool for anyone with body-contact issues or who presents events with variable contact. It makes consent crystal clear without requiring any awkward conversation or explanation.