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Olympic biathlete Eckhoff criticises men's gym mansplaining

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Olympic biathlete Eckhoff criticises men's gym mansplaining
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  • Tiril Eckhoff expressed frustration over men's gym behaviour.
  • She says men often 'mansplain' exercises.
  • She avoids confrontations and does not talk back.

Eckhoff shared her experiences on the Gukild & Johaug podcast, according to major media. According to Ilta-Sanomat, she mentioned that she often hears that she performs squats incorrectly. According to Ilta-Sanomat, Eckhoff dismissed the idea that men's behaviour stems from flirting, stating she does not think so, at least in the latest case.

The athlete attempts to avoid confrontations, according to Ilta-Sanomat. She typically responds that she will try to follow advice if given, also according to Ilta-Sanomat, and according to multiple reports, she noted that she has never encountered a woman who behaves similarly. Eckhoff admitted she does not feel confident talking back when receiving unsolicited advice at the gym, according to Ilta-Sanomat.

I have heard many times that I do my squats wrong.

Tiril Eckhoff, Olympic biathlon gold medalist

Eckhoff did not specify a particular gym or location where these incidents occurred.

Men often come to mansplain.

Tiril Eckhoff, Olympic biathlon gold medalist

It's annoying.

Tiril Eckhoff, Olympic biathlon gold medalist

I don't think so. At least not in the latest case.

Tiril Eckhoff, Olympic biathlon gold medalist

I try to avoid conflicts. I just say that I will try to do as advised if I am advised.

Tiril Eckhoff, Olympic biathlon gold medalist

I have never met a woman who does that.

Tiril Eckhoff, Olympic biathlon gold medalist
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