IMASTEALINTHISNESS Another made up word I m a stealin this

Summary: IMASTEALINTHISNESS Another made up word I m a stealin this ness is one of the most telling behaviors in the industry Most free style instructors spend a lot of time and money in the development and acquisition of unique choreography Having a less diligent instructor walk in and copy cat a routine is very offensive Again the victimized instructor may never address the thief but the relationship may be irreparably harmed Communication is the key If you go to a convention invite other instructors along Team up to create combinations based on what you took from the conference If you are planning to borrow something from a friend just ask The feeling of being taken advantage of is what creates the awkward situation Being asked if your choreography may be used by another is a compliment If you need new ideas and can t get to a convention at least go to another facility Stealing within the team without open communication is harmful in many senses You will eventually be unwelcome in your teammates classes and that penalizes everyone including members This word is typically used to indicate something immoral Here it is referring to inappropriate attire Being healthy well fit and yes even attractive is often part of the job in this industry Also it is important to wear fitted clothing so that the line of the body and movements can be clearly seen by participants What is not necessary however is excessive cleavage cheekage or other conspicuous overtly sexy displays Here it is critical to know your audience It is flattering to be discussed by members as being fit fun cute even having great legs or abs Most instructors however would not like to be the one whose tops are always too low cut or whose cycle shorts are always too tight Knowing both who you teach and with whom you teach will help you avoid this perception Look at the instructors who have been in the facility for a while and take attire cues from them Also do some wardrobe checks before class especially if the outfit you are wearing is new Bend over in front of the mirror to see if you are exposing too much of your chest or buttocks sometimes just a quick look for coverage doesn t give an accurate picture of how the clothes will work in class Watch yourself move in a new outfit before you teach in it and you might save yourself some embarrassment Many of these behaviors occur due to lack of awareness poor communication or just bad habits Fortunately fitness pros know all about how to address all of these things Create a real team in your facility Borrow from one another go to conventions together develop choreography with each other and communication will come naturally These relationships can become more than a professional support network they may become your personal one After all who do you call when you have a sick child and need a last minute sub Who is going to help when you go on vacation Making changes in behaviors that may not be appreciated by your fellow instructors will go a long way toward improving communication and the team as a whole LASCIVIOUSNESS Most instructors love a packed class and the hoops and hollers that come with it When you are participating in the class of another instructor however it is important that you not draw attention to yourself Enjoy the class make an occasional positive shout out and assist the instructor or a new participant if you are asked to do so Carrying on so that you draw attention to yourself and away from the principle however is rude It is a little like wearing white to your sister s wedding Just say no There is a very fine line here between support and spotlight stealing Err on the side of caution and ask the instructor if he she minds you participating Then ask if she he has a preference for where you place yourself When approached in this way most instructors are happy for the help and may ask that you greet late attendees or help a new person Making every effort to be supportive and helpful will go a long way toward building peer relationships and a team atmosphere IMASTEALINTHISNESS Another made up word I m a stealin this ness is one of the most telling behaviors in the industry Most free style instructors spend a lot of time and money in the development and acquisition of unique choreography Having a less diligent instructor walk in and copy cat a routine is very offensive Again the victimized instructor may never address the thief but the relationship may be irreparably harmed Communication is the key If you go to a convention invite other instructors along Team up to create combinations based on what you took from the conference If you are planning to borrow something from a friend just ask The feeling of being taken advantage of is what creates the awkward situation Being asked if your choreography may be used by another is a compliment If you need new ideas and can t get to a convention at least go to another facility Stealing within the team without open communication is harmful in many senses You will eventually be unwelcome in your teammates classes and that penalizes everyone including members This word is typically used to indicate something immoral Here it is referring to inappropriate attire Being healthy well fit and yes even attractive is often part of the job in this industry Also it is important to wear fitted clothing so that the line of the body and movements can be clearly seen by participants What is not necessary however is excessive cleavage cheekage or other conspicuous overtly sexy displays Here it is critical to know your audience It is flattering to be discussed by members as being fit fun cute even having great legs or abs Most instructors however would not like to be the one whose tops are always too low cut or whose cycle shorts are always too tight Knowing both who you teach and with whom you teach will help you avoid this perception Look at the instructors who have been in the facility for a while and take attire cues from them Also do some wardrobe checks before class especially if the outfit you are wearing is new Bend over in front of the mirror to see if you are exposing too much of your chest or buttocks sometimes just a quick look for coverage doesn t give an accurate picture of how the clothes will work in class Watch yourself move in a new outfit before you teach in it and you might save yourself some embarrassment Many of these behaviors occur due to lack of awareness poor communication or just bad habits Fortunately fitness pros know all about how to address all of these things Create a real team in your facility Borrow from one another go to conventions together develop choreography with each other and communication will come naturally These relationships can become more than a professional support network they may become your personal one After all who do you call when you have a sick child and need a last minute sub Who is going to help when you go on vacation Making changes in behaviors that may not be appreciated by your fellow instructors will go a long way toward improving communication and the team as a whole LASCIVIOUSNESS Most instructors love a packed class and the hoops and hollers that come with it When you are participating in the class of another instructor however it is important that you not draw attention to yourself Enjoy the class make an occasional positive shout out and assist the instructor or a new participant if you are asked to do so Carrying on so that you draw attention to yourself and away from the principle however is rude It is a little like wearing white to your sister s wedding Just say no There is a very fine line here between support and spotlight stealing Err on the side of caution and ask the instructor if he she minds you participating Then ask if she he has a preference for where you place yourself When approached in this way most instructors are happy for the help and may ask that you greet late attendees or help a new person Making every effort to be supportive and helpful will go a long way toward building peer relationships and a team atmosphere

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