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According toIndy Week, there were only 353 rock climbing gyms in the United States in 2014.
By the end of 2023, however, there were 622.
But whats not to like about rock climbing?
Unfortunately,fatphobiaexists in many facets of our culture, and therock climbing gymis no exception.
But it certainly doesnt have to be that way.
The majority of the hate and fake concern comes from people pretending to care that fat people are healthy.
First of all, people can be fat and healthy, just like people can be thin and unhealthy.
Theres a variety of harnesses available to secure people of different weights.
Communities likeClimb Bighost events and help educate bigger people interested in rock climbing, she shared.
Join communities like Climb Big, and follow other plus size rock climbers.
Social media is a great place to start searching for climbers you align with.
The first step is to search relevant hashtags like #curvyclimber #plussizeclimber #climbingisforeverybody.
Were proud of the plus size babe that stood up for herself to those fake friends, Annette added.
It shows that she has self confidence and boundaries.
Rock climbing couldve been rescheduled, but showing up for your friends in their time of need cant.
The callous reaction from her friend group reveals how they really feel about her.
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