Gothamist: No Judgements Unless There's a Lawsuit

Kip

Wed, 24 Mar 2004 21:54:57 -0500

Boot camp treatment for an out-of-shape drinker and ex-smoker, without a warmup and without adequate hydration, after the client complained of headache? That's easy: unprofessional.

erikka

Tue, 23 Mar 2004 17:51:36 -0500

If I remember correctly, everyone signs a release upon joining the gym releasing them from any harm that may occur while you use thier facilities. Furthermore, one exercise session (be it intense or not) couldn't possibly put someone in the hospital. It's your job to properly hydrate yourself before and after these sessions.

spell checker

Tue, 23 Mar 2004 13:13:35 -0500

judgment. don't let yourself get lumped with poor-spelling trust fund parents (http://www.nytimes.com/2004/03/21/fashion/21BABY.html?pagewanted=2)

Maxirad

Tue, 23 Mar 2004 09:49:28 -0500

Judgment doesn't have an "e" unless you're in England. Bizarre story, though. Tort craziness continues!

Magnificent Bastard

Tue, 23 Mar 2004 09:49:16 -0500

While he was in the hospital, the doctors should have checked to see if he had any balls.

lorna

Tue, 23 Mar 2004 09:31:45 -0500

I agree. It is not like the trainer was holding a GUN to his head. He could have simply said, "hold it, I need to get some water." Also it takes a lot more than a heavy duty work out session to make you THAT dehydrated. Couldn't he drink some water AFTER his workout?

corie

Tue, 23 Mar 2004 08:26:36 -0500

You know, this is working out at Crunch, not boot camp. The fact that this guy couldn't speak up-- or just simply terminate his contract with the trainer/the gym, boggles my mind. The bottom line is that it's your body and you're responsible for it.