Do you reprimand your clients when they chew gum while they exercise?

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Debbie 0 August 12, 2011 0 Comments

Just curious as to your personal opinions on whether chewing gum while exercising/weight training/running has any benefits or whether it is a detriment to your workout?

This was brought up by a fellow personal trainer.

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Hi Debbie. While “reprimand” might be too harsh a word for me, I do have a “rule” of no chewing gum (or anything else for that matter) when actively exercising. In my opinion the risks far outweigh any “benefits” and so why do it? I’m really not that anxious to have to use my CPR or choking victim skills!

LaRue, CSCS
www.lecfitness.com
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I agree with LaRue.

I think the word “reprimand” might be a little strong.

I would let my client know about the danger of chewing gum while training and leave the choice up to them.

Some folks are aware that they might have a distinctive aroma in their mouth that they would like to proactively manage.

Thanks for your question, Debbie.

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I agree with both colleagues above…reprimand is rather harsh. I simply state the risk of choking and that it interferes with the proper breathing patterns necessary for cardio and strength training.
Thanks

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Hi Debbie
All above responses are valuable. Yet, I wonder, what bothers you about the gum chewing, because essentially it is not about what we think, or do with our clients, but what brought you to question this behavior? Perhaps, the answer for you lies in your own personal interests.
Danielle

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I too agree that reprimanding a client/member may be too harsh.

As I pointed out, a fellow trainer brought this to my attention, and when I admitted that I personally chew gum at times when I work out she basically told me I should stop and that I shouldn’t due to all the reasons cited by some of you.

Thanks for your replies!

Do you reprimand your clients when they chew gum while they exercise?

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