In a world where body positivity and inclusivity are becoming increasingly important, it is disheartening to hear the stories of individuals who are subject to weight stigma. One such incident recently gained attention when Remi Bader, a popular fashion and body confidence influencer with over 2 million followers on TikTok, visited the ranch to ride a horse. What was supposed to be a fun trip turned into a harrowing experience when she was turned away from the ranch due to her weight.
Remi Bader is no stranger to promoting body confidence. Her social media presence is filled with videos and content focused on challenging society’s beauty standards and embracing one’s body, regardless of shape or size. When she faced weight stigma on the ranch, she felt compelled to share her experience with her followers and shed light on the issues curvy people often face.
Weight stigma has caused ranches to turn guests away.
Remi decided to spend the day riding horses with a group of other TikTok celebrities. However, Remi was advised to leave when she arrived as she was too heavy to ride the horses. Remi was enraged by the weight stigma because it contradicted her ideals of self-confidence.
Remi’s TikTok account has more than two million followers. There, she challenges societal weight stigmas by posting videos where she reviews the clothes she buys online in a real way.
The video she posted about being rejected by the ranch had over 1.8 million views. An overlay text over the video says, “Shout out to Deep Hollow Ranch in Montauk for making me leave because I’m over 240.”
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However, a second video of the incident was then uploaded to TikTok. This time it was a Deep Hollow Ranch employee who used the following TikTok handle: @Robert.Kappa. The weight stigma video’s caption said, “If you’re not a fat b– you can ride Deep Hollow Ranch.” It has since been removed.
Deep Hollow Ranch expressed regret over the weight stigma.
According to reports, Deep Hollow Ranch was taken aback when it discovered a TikTok video shared by one of its teenage employees. They publicly apologized for the stigma surrounding Remia’s weight on their Facebook page. They firmly claim that the juvenile employee did not speak for them, as they do not support such behavior.
@remibader I’ve rode horses before and have never had this issue. Please adverise this on your signs for the future.
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The Facebook post said: “We have learned that a teenage employee responded to a TikTok video about the ranch in a way that is not consistent with the beliefs of the owners or the representation of the ranch. We sincerely apologize to anyone who was upset.” and we do not endorse or approve any aspect of the employee’s video.”
There was a lot of outrage in the comments area about the ranch’s weight stigma. Many questioned Deep Hollow’s sincerity in the apology. Subsequently, someone revealed that the worker who uploaded the derogatory video about Remi was actually their son. “The employee was Broudy Keogh, son of Patrick and Cate Keogh, owners of Deep Hollow Ranch,” Rebecca Jones said. “In an industry that is already struggling to attract new clients and keep the equine industry affordable, this is appalling.”
The horse ranch rejected Remi because of the stigma surrounding obesity. It might be wise to find out what the experts have to say on the subject. What is the most weight a horse can carry on its back? According to the University of Minnesota Extension, horses have the ability to carry up to 20% of their own body weight. Consequently, a smaller person would have to be carried by a smaller horse.
These conclusions are based on research conducted by a certain Ohio University in 2008. The horses used as test subjects for the study were made by the researchers to carry loads ranging from 15% to 35% of their body weight. In short, they decided that a light-riding horse should be able to carry 20% of its own weight.
The importance of recognizing weight stigma
Weight stigma is a pervasive issue in our society that affects individuals in a variety of settings, from riding on a ranch to everyday life. It can lead to feelings of shame, low self-esteem, and negative body image. By raising awareness of these issues and promoting body positivity, we can work towards a more inclusive and accepting society.
While Deep Hollow Ranch issued an apology, the incident serves as a reminder of the importance of fighting weight stigma and promoting understanding. It is vital for ranches and equestrian centers to be aware of these concerns and work to create an environment that accommodates individuals of all sizes and backgrounds.
In conclusion, Remi Bader’s experience at Deep Hollow Ranch shed light on the stigma that curvy people can face. He also emphasized the need for education and awareness about weight limits for horseback riding. By addressing these issues, we can strive to create a more inclusive and accepting world where everyone can enjoy the simple pleasure of riding a horse without judgment or discrimination.
Ultimately, we hope that stories like Remi Bader’s will contribute to a more inclusive and understanding world where everyone can embrace their uniqueness and enjoy life’s simple joys like riding a horse without the burden of stigma. It is the path to a society where acceptance and self-love triumph over prejudice and discrimination, and where everyone celebrates the beauty of diversity.