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People who live a fitness lifestyle see the world differently. Their lives revolve around eating right and getting their reps in to achieve their desired physique. 

If you fit this definition, you may get a kick from the ‘Do You Even Lift’ Instagram account. Here, you’ll find memes, social media posts, and videos poking fun at missed leg days, protein shake recipes, calorie tracking, and bulking up. 

For today’s list, we’ve collected some of the funniest and perhaps most relatable still images from the page. These may speak to you if you consider yourself a full-fledged gym rat and health buff.

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2 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

The gym just makes me want a nap. I don't think my body got the memo that exercise is supposed to give you energy

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Many people work out for vanity’s sake. They follow a strict exercise regimen to bulk up or form specific body parts, focusing less on overall health and fitness. Personal trainers like Phil Snowden see this as a problem, and he blames social media.

“This ... evolution of fitness particularly on [Instagram and TikTok] in recent years has become very bad taste in my opinion,”  Snowden told Young Post in a 2022 interview.

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2 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I was a skinny teen too, had to start somewhere. We all do. Might take 6 months to even begin to see results but keep it up and your gains (or losses) will come!

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Snowden pointed out that having such a skewed view of exercising may lead to the development of disorders like bigorexia. It’s a form of body dysmorphia where people become obsessed with decreasing their fat mass to unhealthy levels while increasing muscle mass. 

A 2021 review revealed that bigorexia, otherwise known as Adonis complex, mainly affects men. Overall, their obsession with following a strenuous workout routine adversely affects their health and social life.

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Other people have an unhealthy relationship with exercise, to the point where they prioritize it over maintaining personal relationships. As pointed out by eating disorder psychologist Dr. Bryony Bamford, such a mindset can also cause mental and emotional strain. 

In an interview with Vogue India, Dr. Bamford explained that an all-consuming preoccupation with exercise that doesn’t meet self-imposed fitness goals may lead to anxiety and a sense of inadequacy, which can become problematic in the long run.

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2 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I've heard this done in the opposite direction too - a women pointing out what they think is an attractive (and usually thin) woman, only to have their partner point out that hugging a bony person isn't much fun. But to each their own.

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2 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

We have very different ideas of what a "good life" looks like. Variety is the spice of life for one thing!

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When approaching exercise, Snowden urges people to embody a holistic mindset. Instead of dedicating yourself to gym workouts, he suggests going outside for a brisk walk or a short run to be outdoors for some fresh air. 

And if you’re going through bouts of anxiety and self-questioning, Snowden advises seeking assistance from a professional who can properly evaluate your fitness goals

“Unless you are a professional athlete, your fitness goal should be to achieve overall health and wellness to enhance your quality of life,” he said.

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Another way to approach working out is to keep things fun and lighthearted. According to body image psychologist Dr. Nadia Craddock, finding a healthy balance between taking exercise seriously and being silly about it is essential to avoid falling into unhealthy obsessions.

“Think about physical activity as a chance to be silly and playful and an opportunity to have fun and make friends,” Dr. Craddock told Vogue India, adding that following the latest fitness trends and tracking every step you take isn’t always necessary to reap the benefits of exercise.

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2 months ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Cyberbear cannonballs coming to a battlefield near you. (Google told me to take the space out of 'cyber bear.')

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We’d also like to hear from all of you fitness buffs out there. Did any of these images resonate with you? Do they reflect your views on exercise and staying active? Share your thoughts!

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The level of entitlement is strong with this one.

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2 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I needed 2 years as well. Have no experience in trying to lose weight but gaining (if you're naturally skinny) takes some proper effort as well

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2 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Don't compare your day 1 to someone else's year 5 lol. Just go and do your day one, and then day 2. Eventually you're there as well

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2 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Just as an aside to shoulder pain, it is a common side effect (in women) of having major abdominal surgery and is called referred pain.

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2 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I weigh 51 kg, and my fiancé could definitely bench press me if I could maintain a rigid posture whilst he did so.

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2 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Looks like something you should see a Doctor about to be honest

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2 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Be like celebrities. Have a personal trainer, personal chef, personal nutritionist, personal assistant, and use anabolic steroids. Go from flab to fab in 4-6 months by being rich and cheating

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2 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

It's genetic hypertrophy. Some mammals are born with it and just remain super jacked. Sometimes it becomes a problem/health concern

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2 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Presumably the people posting the pic of their baby are doing so for the sake of grandparents, aunts/uncles, siblings etc that very much do care about the baby. Literally no one cares how much you can bench except you.

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2 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Same goes for hardware stores, car dealerships and another bro's workshop

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2 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

He sounds interesting - unlike most people who are all about their appearance.

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2 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

"If you have to stare at your character's butt for 100s of hours of gameplay, it may as well be a nice butt." As explained to me by a gamer friend. I've never been able to dispute the logic.

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2 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

TBH John looks like a dude who will give you really good advice and diet plans and support you

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2 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I'd like to point out that IF Valkor The Rockbreaker was actually 6 foot 8 the mirror would be much lower. I'm sure that SOMEONE will find this an attractive proposition.

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2 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Disordered eating and body dysmorphia are not cool. Love your body. Give it what it needs to be healthy, and don't forget to feed your mind and soul occasionally as well.

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2 months ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

leg press scares me. I've seen one video one time of a persons knee giving out and folding up backwards like a flamingo. Granted the person locked their knees but that doesn't matter. Never again will I do a leg press like in this picture.

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2 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Lol, I have a tip for calves. Run up a mountain every day for a year and you'll hit your target. I live next to Mt Royal and I'm actually one of the few guys happy with his calves, and it's only about 45 mins

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2 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

looks like he just taped his Fitbit on a ceiling fan and forgot about it

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2 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

This usually turns up in "photos full of cringe". . . .NORMAL father's and husband's take photos WITHOUT trying to be the focus and making it all about themselves.

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2 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Hahahaha. I mean... Wow. I was thinking of your dominant arm getting big from self loving. 🙄

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2 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Good lord. The insinuations here have no place on BP, or anywhere on the internet.

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