Former Big Brother Naija housemate, Teddy A, has ignited a conversation surrounding gym culture, particularly about how women dress when they work out.
On March 31, 2025, the reality TV star took to Instagram to express his concerns about what he perceives as immodest dressing in gyms. “I want to talk about something real quick,” Teddy A began, addressing his followers. “If you go to the gym often, I think you’d understand what I’m about to discuss.”
With a tone of concern rather than criticism, he pointed out that some women’s workout attire, especially when it comes to exposing their bodies, could be considered inappropriate. “Our gym queens, I’m not trying to disrespect anyone or be insensitive right but please try to cover your bum before coming into the gym. What’s going on?” he questioned.
Teddy A’s call for modesty didn’t end with just a casual comment. He warned that the growing trend of revealing gym attire could eventually lead to stricter policies, such as women being banned from gyms for dressing immodestly. “We don’t want them to start banning girls from entering the gym because of indecent dressing,” he cautioned.
“Is it until they start banning you guys before you change? There are a lot of gym fits you can wear that cover all that, you don’t need to expose your lady parts. I’m just saying.” His message, although aimed at creating awareness, also conveyed a sense of urgency, suggesting that if the situation isn’t addressed early, it could lead to more significant consequences for women who frequent the gym.
In addition to the concerns about dress code, Teddy A also highlighted the issue of personal hygiene, particularly body odor in gyms. He expressed his frustration in a lighthearted yet direct manner, calling for gym-goers to be more mindful of their cleanliness. “Also, make people try dey use deodorant come gym, please. This is 2025 for crying out loud,” he said, visibly bothered.
“I can’t come into the gym and be scared of standing next to you because you’re choking me, brah! What’s going on?” His words resonated with many who feel that personal hygiene should be a priority in shared public spaces like gyms.
Teddy A’s video sparked a variety of reactions from his followers and the public. Some agreed wholeheartedly with his points, especially his views on gym hygiene and dress codes. For them, his message was a call for more respect for the shared space in the gym, both in terms of modesty and cleanliness.
Others, however, took issue with his stance, arguing that women should have the freedom to wear whatever makes them feel comfortable when working out.
These critics emphasized that body positivity and individual choice should be prioritized over societal expectations or standards of modesty, particularly in spaces where people go to focus on their fitness.
Despite the mixed reactions, Teddy A’s video opened up a broader conversation about gym culture, personal boundaries, and the way people interact in shared spaces. His comments may have been polarizing, but they reflect the ongoing debates surrounding the balance between self-expression and respect for others.
Whether one agrees with him or not, it’s clear that Teddy A has sparked an important discussion about how we should approach common spaces, from what we wear to how we care for ourselves and others around us.
