This episode is my response to my When Performance Replaced Teaching article that received over 130 shares, over 250 comments, and almost 700 likes.

I read my reply in full - but this isn’t just a reaction. It’s a teaching moment.

In this episode, I break down what happens when performance starts to overshadow pedagogy in the fitness industry, why this conversation struck a nerve, and how clarity - not caution - is what actually cuts through the noise.

We also talk about the part no one loves to admit: how scary it can be to say the thing you know is true—especially online. I share why I almost didn’t publish, what happened when I did, and what this experience teaches us about visibility, leadership, and stating your position with integrity.

This isn’t about being divisive for attention.It’s about responsibility, standards, and the difference between being liked and being useful.

If you teach movement, lead classes, or create content in the fitness space, this episode is for you.

The article: https://www.sharqui.com/when-performance-replaced-teaching-a-manifesto-for-the-fitness-industry/

My response: https://www.sharqui.com/my-response-to-when-performance-replaced-teaching-facebook-post/

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