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A 29-year-old financial consultant in China developed a serious muscle condition after her boss made her do 200 squats. She opted for the physical punishment rather than a fine after missing work targets on July 28. The woman, surnamed Yang, was later diagnosed with rhabdomyolysis and had to pay around £150 for treatment.
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