Erin Banks apologized for his role in a recent video “disrespecting” a gym goer.
Joey Swoll has built a huge social media platform defending those in the gym who might not have a voice of their own. Recently, he spoke on a video from a former Olympia champion that does have his own platform. Men’s Physique champ Erin Banks sparked controversy after a video where it looks like he was talking down to a fellow gym goer.
Swoll reacted to this video and Banks later issued an apology.
Joey Swoll reacted to the initial video posted by Banks and claims that even as an Olympia champion, “filming never takes priority over anyone in the gym.”
“This is a two-time Mr. Olympia, which means he’s one of the best in the world to do it on stage and in the gym. To this young man, congrats on all your success. You have an incredible physique and you’ve won the greatest title there is. But none of that gives you the right to treat people this way or act as if just because you’re filming, that you own the gym.”
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This video from Banks received backlash and the Olympia champ took to Instagram to issue an apology.
Erin Banks Speaks On Recent Video
Erin Banks took accountability for his actions after the video received great criticism and he had time to reflect back.
“I’m reaching out to express my sincere apologies with my actions from my video if I caused any offense. I’ve been reflecting and processing what I did in that video and I realized that it just wasn’t appropriate. I deeply regret any hurt it may have caused anybody.
Understand, it was never my intention to upset anyone or create a negative environment. I value my gym relationship and the people in my gym. I’m committed to making amends. with all my people in my gym and around my community. I want to apologizer to the people in that video and in my gym.”
On Wednesday, Joey Swoll made sure to include a comment under his initial video sharing that Erin Banks apologized for his actions.
“UPDATE* He posted an apology and was accountable. He didn’t point fingers or blame anyone he simply stated he wants to do better and I respect that. We are ALL human and we ALL make mistakes. Of all the videos I’ve done he’s only the 7th person to actually apologize and be accountable without attacking others or pointing fingers. Thank you for that brother.”
Joey Swoll continues to speak for those who he believes are treated unfairly in the gym, especially in today’s age where filming and recording has become a popular method.
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