Bodybuilder Joey Swoll criticizes woman for ‘disgusting’ behavior in gym video, calls for change

Joey Swoll, a well-known bodybuilder, has criticized a woman for an inappropriate act captured in a viral gym video.

Swoll is recognized for candidly addressing gym influencers on social media. His straightforward commentary has contributed to his reputation.

Recently, Swoll took issue with a content creator over a video she shared online, filmed in a gym setting.

“In 2025 can we please stop rubbing ourselves on gym equipment. This is DISGUSTING!” Swoll expressed on Twitter.

In a video filmed from his car, Swoll elaborated: “I can’t believe that this even has to be said. In 2025, can we please stop rubbing ourself on gym equipment just to sell more subscriptions to our ‘exclusive content’.

“You do know that other people have to use that equipment too, right?” Swoll questioned. “This behavior is disgusting. If you think this is OK to do, then shame on you. You’re part of the problem.”

Swoll then addressed social media users who questioned if he was ‘getting paid by these women’ to criticize their gym conduct, with some claiming he was covertly promoting their NSFW content.

He responded: “First off, my videos make a difference. I’ve had these people removed from gyms, their posts taken down, legal action against them. I’ve had their entire social media accounts taken down.”

Swoll concluded: “If you are someone who sees these videos, and you’re dumb enough to go to their page and subscribe to them, or support them, then you’re part of the problem.

“To this young woman, keep the OF [OnlyFans] content at home and out of the gym. You need to do better.”

UNILAD has sought a comment from the content creator.

Last month, Swoll criticized Elma Bayliss after she shared a video of herself wearing what appeared to be lingerie in a gym.

“Dresses inappropriately to get attention at the gym and NO ONE looks! How embarrassing!” Swoll tweeted.

Bayliss quickly responded, stating: “Bullying is something that a lot of men and women go through in their lives but rarely speak about. For you it might be a simple joke but for another person it could be the turning point of their life, and even lead to the end of it.

“You never know how your words can affect someone and before you speak, it’s a good idea to think of those consequences because you might become the reason leading to someone’s attempt of a suicide.”

Bayliss continued: “I know Joey was trying to do the right thing and we need people like him to call on the inappropriate behavior in a public place but if you want to do the RIGHT thing you gotta do it the RIGHT WAY. Otherwise you are just a bully and you are responsible for the consequences of your actions as we all are, me including.”

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