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I think that if there are two refs of equal hustle, equal judgment, equal presence, equal rules knowledge, the overweight one will have to work harder for credibility. And the more overweight, the harder it becomes.
I'm a little portly in the belly (understated to prevent self-injury) but not seriously so. But when I work with someone who's got a healthier look, I look slow and less capable by comparison. When I work with someone who's seriously overweight, I appear to be the fitter one. I also think a fitter look helps a ref move up faster.
The other physical feature that I think hurts a ref is a red, flushed face. Appearing flustered reflects on how the ref's thinking and judging appears.
Being both flustered and a little overweight is a serious detriment, regardless of ability. It shouldn't be that way, but it is.
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