“…Cost can put gym memberships and classes out of reach. Inclusive spaces are not available in every town, and the fear of being judged keeps many people from ever walking in. Gendered locker rooms, body image worries, disability, and past bad experiences can each turn a healthy choice into a source of anxiety.

Not every fitness space feels safe, and saying so out loud matters. Exercise should be accessible, flexible, and shaped around each person’s comfort level, meeting people where they are rather than asking them to fit a single mold..”