However, gym members said it's insensitive and inappropriate. They continued on by saying "We remain committed to working to inform and educate employees and owners worldwide to stand for our black communities including our members and employees." To our employees, owners, and members, we are truly and profoundly sorry that this incident occurred."Ī statement from Anytime Fitness Co-Founders and Brand President regarding Wauwatosa, WI incident /qUmeaeQ5eT- Anytime Fitness June 10, 2020 In the statement, they said, "No matter the intent, we absolutely do not condone the words, illustrations, or actions this represents. Now, the co-founders of Anytime Fitness are apologizing, alongside their brand president, in a statement released Wednesday. After listing the tasks for the workout, the whiteboard read ".and don't you dare lie down." On Tuesday, a viral image began to circulate that showed a whiteboard describing the "I Can't Breathe" workout, which involved things like rowing and burpees. "Unity In This Tough Time" Milwaukee Protesters Call For Justice For George Floyd.Many of those protesters have chanted "I can't breathe" as well. Since Floyd's death, protests have taken place in large scale across the country in his honor. "I can't breathe" were among the last words George Floyd spoke as he died on Memorial Day in police custody in Minneapolis. WAUWATOSA - Anytime Fitness has issued an apology after someone at their Wauwatosa location displayed a whiteboard with instructions for an "I Can't Breathe" workout.
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